Under the direction of the head coach, provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for swim team participants, is expected to attend swim meets and team
functions throughout the year, and is responsible for creating and maintaining a clean, safe and positive environment for the swim team participants.
will require valid USA/ YMCA coaching certification
will weekend work at swim meets
Essential Functions
Assist head coach in creating thorough, age-appropriate workouts focusing on technique, endurance, stroke development, drills, etc.;
Participate in structured practices in weekday evenings throughout the year;
Help to record all workouts and track daily attendance;
Assist head coach with administrative matters relating to the team, swim meet arrangements and team performance as well as interaction with parents;
Assist in coordinating and executing swim team competitions and meet registrations and recording times and collecting other relevant data at swim meets;
Attend swim team events such as meets, meetings, social events, etc. at the direction of the head coach;
Engage parents and cultivate relationships to create a collaborative swim team environment;
Assist in swim team social event planning, as necessary;
Assist in stroke clinics (if any) offered between competitive seasons;
Participate in coach training opportunities offered by the head coach;
Assist in maintaining a clean, safe and positive environment for swim team participants.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
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