Swim Team Assistant Coach

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in instruction of swim team in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared daily practice plans for all groups on site, or delegates that responsibility to assistant coaches on site. 

• Serve as secondary assist to lifeguard when teaching/coaching and provide emergency services when necessary. 

• Builds effective, authentic relationships with swimmers and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.

• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs.

• Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).

• Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.

• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.

• Responsible for attending all home and away swim meets. Must have reliable transportation to all meets.

• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.

• Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification, STSC, and clear background check with USAS Athlete Protection.

• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

• At least 18 years of age.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.

• Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.

PART-TIME BENEFITS:

• FREE Y Membership

• 25% off on Y programming

• Participation in the Y’s retirement plan (when eligibility requirements have been met)

Salary : $17 - $18