The Junior Swim Team Coach will assist the head coach/director of competitive aquatics and other swim team coaches to support the delivery of a high-quality, safe, inclusive, and competitive swim team program. Limited to working with 12 & under age groups only.
Our Culture:
At the YMCA, 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:
Instructs stroke techniques (in and out of the pool) at swim practices as assigned.
Assists coaching staff in supporting practices and other team activities (not swim meets).
Maintains records such as attendance and progress reports.
Promotes YMCA Character Development and Core Values.
Follows all Branch and Association policies and procedures.
Presents a professional image at all times.
Keeps control of behavior of swimmers at all times, and if necessary, communicates behavioral issues to the Swim Team Coach or Assistant Swim Team Coach.
Adhere and be on time to all scheduled practices
Ensures safety by communicating and enforcing any pool rules, policies, and guidelines at participants’ comprehension level.
Communicates effectively to both children and their parents/ guardians.
Must be able to meet the physical and emotional demands of the job including being able to get into the water for training and instruction.
Maintain a clean and safe environment. Removing any hazardous obstacles and reporting unsafe conditions or equipment to your supervisor.
Provide an emotionally secure environment for participants.
Has the aptitude and attitude for coaching all levels of swimming ability.
Gives excellent coaching instructions.
Promotes aquatics and other YMCA programs.
Communicates to direct supervisor any concerns, needed repairs, or incidents that may need follow-up.
Communicates any suggestions to improve the aquatics facility.
Qualifications:
Must be 16 years of age or older.
Quality knowledge of competitive swimming organizations, strokes, starts, turns, and other related skills or swim instruction experience is highly preferred.
Ability to demonstrate swim stroke techniques.
Obtain and maintain all required certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire.
Additional certifications as required by the YMCA or USA Swimming.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Springfield, Ohio
Skills
Cerebral Vascular Accidentunmatched
Coachingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Fast Foodunmatched
Progress Reportsunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Swimmingunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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