Torpedoes Assistant Coaches

Torpedoes Competitive Swim Team Assistant Coaches Positions The West

Springfield Park & Recreation Department seeks a reliable, trustworthy,

engaging, motivated and experienced Assistant Coaches to bring a

positive, energetic, and forward-thinking presence to the Torpedoes Swim

Team. The West Springfield Torpedoes is a competitive swim program that

serves the youth of West Springfield during two distinct swim seasons

(Winter & Summer). The team consists of approximately 80-100 swimmers,

trains over three different group levels, and utilizes one indoor,

six-lane pool located at the West Springfield High School. The Assistant

Swim Coach(es)\'s responsibilities include analyzing swim techniques and

determining skill levels, developing individualized swimming programs,

educating swimmers on various techniques and styles, overseeing training

and preparing swimmers for meets. To be successful, Swim Coaches should

be empathetic, patient, and understand the varying abilities of swimmers

on the team. Exceptional Swim Coaches are those who place performance

over results and are able to motivate and inspire. Torpedoes Swim Team

is co-sponsored by the West Springfield Park & Recreation Department and

is a coach-facilitated organization supported by a parent run volunteer

Board of Directors that cooperatively work together to create a culture

that aims to develop well-rounded swimmers and students. Coaches should

have excellent organizational, communication, and public relations

skills. This position is seasonal (Summer Season: April-July, Winter

Season: October-January). Examples of Duties Provide structured

practices tailored to meet the needs of each training group Coordinate

swimming, dryland training, and meet schedules seasonally (Winter and

Summer) Determine swimmers\' abilities and skill levels before setting

up training programs. Develop and implement training programs that focus

on improving technique, stroke placement, speed, and style. Teach brand

new swimming styles or strokes. Educate swimmers on water safety. Use a

range of activities to improve water confidence. Record training

sessions in order to analyze strokes, techniques, and monitor progress.

Set training goals and objectives for teams as well as individual

swimmers. Teach and perfect skills like flips, kicks, body rolls,

floating, and breath control. Ensure the pool or training area is clean,

well-maintained, and free of hazards. Scout swimmers and prepare teams

and individuals for swim meets. Oversee individual group placement and

advancement of swimmers Attend all Board of Director, parent, and

coach\'s meetings Develop long-term goals and foster team spirit by

exhibiting a positive, team building attitude Work cooperatively with

the Board of Directors to administer team goals Communicate in a

professional and timely manner with coaches, swimmers, and parents

Manage Overall Team Administrative Functions Qualifications Shift

5:30pm-8:30pm, Monday-Thursday \~ 7:30am-1:00pm for Saturday Meets, or

as assigned. This position is seasonal (Winter Season: Summer Season:

April-July, October-January). Salary: The salary range for this position

is \$17.00 (Assistant Coach) per hour depending on experience and

certifications held. Qualifications: Must be a minimum of 18 years of

age. Qualified candidates should be certified in CPR & First Aid.

Candidates should have excellent organizational, communication, and

public relation skills. Must be able to provide their own transportation

to and from swim practice/meets.