Swim Team Coach Effective Date: May 22, 2024 GENERAL PURPOSE: The Swim Team Coach is responsible for providing instruction and workouts that will prepare participants for their individual needs and swim meets.
The position will work directly with the Aquatics Director.
Summer Schedule: June 3 – July 20, 2024, | Monday-Friday practices from 9:00-10:45 AM | Approximately 10-14 hours per week (depending on the week) Additional Hours: Swim meets take place on Tuesday (Ages 8 & under) and Thursday (Ages 9 & over) afternoons/evenings. There are 6 total swim meets.
REQUIRED SKILLS: Plan swim instruction and workout curriculums for all developmental levels and groups. Provide feedback to participants and parents to facilitate improvement. Enforce aquatic rules and policies by maintaining constant surveillance of class participants. Set up pool and equipment, store equipment, and secure facility upon completion of practice. Attend all practices, swim meets, and staff meetings. Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS: Must have two (2) years of prior experience with competitive swimming OR coaching.
Must be proficient in swimming and safety skills.
Must have the ability to motivate and educate participants.
Must obtain the Red Cross Lifeguard Certification. About Glen Oaks Country Club: Glen Oaks Country Club, developed in 1991, is an award-winning gated community and country club in West Des Moines, Iowa. Glen Oaks was previously named the #1 golf course in the State of Iowa by Golf Digest. The clubhouse, golf course and residential community is situated on 532 acres of land. The community is shared by an intimate group of friends and families who truly appreciate a lifestyle marked by quality, tradition and unrivaled amenities. The club features a resort-style aquatics park, patio bar & ice cream shoppe, custom culinary offerings with an on-site Executive Chef, a fitness room with on-site personal trainer and a stunning 18-hole Tom Fazio designed golf course that complements the exceptional beauty that is Glen Oaks Country Club.