Swim Team Assistant Coach - Soundview

This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization. The Swim Team Assistant Coach helps deliver a safe, positive, and developmentally appropriate competitive swim experience. Under the direction of the Head Swim Coach, the Assistant Coach supports practice planning and on-deck instruction; reinforces stroke technique, conditioning, teamwork, and sportsmanship; and helps prepare swimmers for meets while ensuring a culture of belonging and well-being for all participants.

Essential Functions:

• Models and teaches YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility to participants, families, and staff
• Assists the Head Swim Coach with practice execution, including instruction, lane organization, skill progressions, and modifications for varying ability levels
• Reinforces proper stroke technique, starts/turns, endurance, and training habits while promoting confidence, effort, and team culture
• Supports implementation of practice plans and contributes ideas aligned with season goals and swimmer development
• Assists with meet preparation and operations, including lineups, warm-ups, supervision, volunteer support, and communication
• Maintains active supervision and physical presence at all times, ensuring awareness of surroundings and participant safety
• Adheres to all aquatics procedures and YMCA/Association policies, including safety, emergency response, reporting, and documentation
• Builds positive relationships with swimmers and families through professional and encouraging communication
• Enforces YMCA rules and regulations, including child abuse prevention and mandatory reporting requirements
• Attends required meetings, trainings, and certifications, and completes assigned administrative tasks

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Minimum one (1) year of experience coaching competitive swimming (or equivalent experience as determined by supervisor)
• Strong knowledge of stroke mechanics, training principles, and age-appropriate coaching techniques, with the ability to lead and motivate swimmers
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within the required timeframe set by the Association)
• Completion of Safety Training for Swim Coaches within the first 30 days of employment and Safe Sport Act training within the first 90 days (or as required)
• Lifeguarding and/or additional coaching certifications (e.g., YMCA/ASCA/USA Swimming) preferred or as required by the program/Association
• Excellent planning, organization, and communication skills, with dependable attendance and availability for evenings, weekends, and occasional meet travel

The Swim Team Assistant Coach supports the Head Swim Coach in delivering high-quality, safe, and engaging swim practices for athletes of varying skill levels. This role is responsible for assisting with practice execution, reinforcing proper stroke technique and training habits, and fostering a positive, inclusive team environment that reflects YMCA core values.

If you’re passionate about swimming and enjoy working with athletes, this is a great opportunity to make an impact. Join us to help build skills, confidence, and a positive team environment, apply today!