Swim Team Assistant Coach

Our Promise

• Ensure every child is on a pathway to success
• Improve individual & community wellness
• Build bridges to connect our community
• Demand equity for all
• Support family & economic stability

• 12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
• Learning and development workshops
• Career advancement opportunities
• Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!

Rate of pay: $15.00 – $19.00. Final compensation is based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.

• Take the extra mile to engage student & members in a way that builds relationships of trust through open & interactive communication.
• Interact with swimmers, family members, Y members, guests & volunteers in a way that demonstrates the Y Mission & Values while supporting a culture of excellent customer service
• Attend all assigned practices, competitions, meetings, and trainings throughout the season as assigned
• Arrive to practices, swim meets, meetings & trainings in a timely manner as assigned to designated areas and be prepared as expected
• Assist in delivering practice sessions that teach competitive swimming stroke skills and train swimmer in preparation for competition
• Create a positive program environment with encouragement, goal setting and positive reinforcement

• Minimum age of 16.
• Have participation, instruction or coaching experience in competitive swimming.
• Must be knowledgeable in a variety of techniques; be flexible, patient, enthusiastic and well organized.
• Ability to complete certifications in CPR, First Aid, Lifeguarding, Coaches Safety Training for Swim Coaches as well as Principles of YMCA Competitive Swimming & Diving within six months of employment.

• Multi-Lingual

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The YMCA of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer. The Y maintains a work environment in which staff are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.