North East Aquatics Team (NEAT) Swim Coach - Athletics NEAT

Location: Blossom Athletic Center

Work Schedule: SUB-TEMP

Work Type: Temporary

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Must be at least 18 years of age

ASSISTANT SWIM COACH:

Previous experience teaching swim lessons or assisting with youth sports preferred

SWIM COACH I:

College Coursework preferred; Previous swim coaching or lesson experience

SWIM COACH II:

College Degree preferred; Two years of competitive coaching experience

LEAD SWIM COACH:

College degree preferred; Demonstrated success coaching competitive swimmers; Strong leadership, communication, and organization skills

CERTIFICATION:

ASSISTANT SWIM COACH:

USA Swimming coach certification (or obtain before coaching independently)

SWIM COACH I:

ASCA Level 1 preferred

SWIM COACH II:

ASCA Level I (Level 2 preferred)

LEAD SWIM COACH:

ASCA Level 2 preferred or higher

High School Diplomas and college/university degrees must be obtained from an accredited program or university approved by the United States Department of Education and the Texas Education agency.

PRIMARY PURPOSE SUMMARY:

Assistant Swim Coach:

Assist lead coaches in providing a safe, fun, and positive learning environment while developing foundational coaching skills

Swim Coach I:

Independently coach developmental groups while emphasizing technique, athlete development, and enjoyment of the sport.

Swim Coach II:

Lead competitive training groups while preparing athletes for championship level competition and assisting with staff development.

Lead Swim Coach:

Provide leadership for assigned training groups while supporting overall program growth, coach development, and competitive success.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

ASSISTANT SWIM COACH

• Assist lead coaches during practices
• Help supervise athletes during workouts
• Demonstrate drills and technique
• Assist with swimmer safety and attendance
• Help conduct evaluations and tryouts

SWIM COACH I

All Assistant Coach responsibilities, plus:

• Independently plan and lead assigned practices
• Teach legal stroke technique and racing skills
• Foster a positive team culture
• Monitor swimmer progress
• Communicate regularly with parents and families
• Assist at swim meets
• Collaborate with senior staff on seasonal planning

SWIM COACH II

All Coach I responsibilities, plus:

• Design weekly and seasonal training plans
• Prepare athletes for championship meets
• Analyze swimmer performance and goal setting
• Mentor Assistant Coaching staff
• Assist with coach education
• Lead portions of staff meetings
• Support recruitment and retention efforts
• Help implement program philosophy across multiple groups

LEAD SWIM COACH

All Coach II responsibilities, plus:

• Oversee assigned training group(s)
• Collaborate with the Head Club Coach on seasonal planning
• Mentor and evaluate assistant, lead I, and lead II coaches
• Ensure consistency of coaching philosophy across groups
• Lead parent meetings and athlete goal?setting sessions
• Assist with team operations, tryouts, and special events
• Support meet planning and staffing
• Serve as a role model for professionalism, culture, and athlete development
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head Club Coach

In addition, ALL COACHES are expected to:

• Maintain all USA Swimming coaching certifications and requirements.
• Represent the program professionally at practices, meets, and team events.
• Create a safe, positive, and challenging learning environment.
• Communicate effectively with swimmers, parents, and fellow staff.
• Be willing and able to demonstrate skills in the water.
• Work collaboratively as part of the coaching staff.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

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While all applications will be reviewed, not all applicants will be interviewed.

North East Independent School District does not to discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, marital or veteran status, disability (or relationship or association with an individual with a disability), genetic information or other legally protected status in its programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.