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Swim Team Assistant Coach

Greater Joliet Area YMCA
Plainfield, IL Part Time
POSTED ON 1/14/2026 CLOSED ON 2/25/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Swim Team Assistant Coach position at Greater Joliet Area YMCA?

POSITION SUMMARY:
Assist the Lead Site Swim Coach in the administration and operation of the YMCA youth competitive swim team year round program.  Provide technical instruction necessary to improve competitive swimming skill.

 

OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.  We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
 

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:

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

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