Assistant Swim Coach

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

As an Assistant Swim Coach, you will report directly to the Head Coach. An Assistant Coach can carry out the vision of the Head Coach by conducting practices, motivating athletes, and providing students with proper stroke techniques. In this role, you will be coaching our Pre-Team level. These students are learning how to swim all four competitive strokes legally, as well as other competitive skills such as flip turns, open turns, dives, and underwater kickouts.

Responsibilities for this role include:

• Ensuring safety by enforcing pool rules, observing swimmers, and responding to emergencies
• Report incidents and concerns to the Head Coach
• Provide first aid and CPR as necessary
• Attend training sessions and staff meetings
• Instruct students of ages 6-12 how to swim in a team setting as well as legal stroke technique
• Provide a safe, fun, and engaging class experience for students and parents
• Communicate with students, parents, and staff
• Keep the natatorium clean and tidy

Requirements for this role include:

• High School Diploma or GED
• One year of swim coaching experience
• Previous competitive swimming experience (USA, High School, Summer League, Collegiate)
• CPR and Lifeguard certifications
• Ability to create a 45-minute swim workout
• Ability to stand and move around the natatorium for prolonged periods
• Ability to communicate with athletes and parents regarding training and the sport of swimming
• Ability to stoop and lift 20lbs
• Ability to perform any skill that is required of the swimmers