Primarily responsible for swimmers ages 6 through 18. The coach would be available to coach on week day evening practices as well as weekend swim meets. Responsibilities include: coaching swim team practices, creating swim workouts for practice groups, monitoring swimmer safety and behavior, and coaching meets as directed by the Head Coach. The ideal candidate will have or be willing to attain the appropriate coaching certifications for both the YMCA and USA swimming leagues including CPR/First aid and either a lifeguard or safety training for coach’s certification.
The following ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities.
- Provide a safe and quality competitive environment to train and motivate young athletes in the sport of swimming; instruct swim team participants on swimming stroke techniques and assist with skill improvement as outlined and directed by Head Coach.
- Plan and supervise daily workouts as assigned by the Head Coach (will not leave the group un-supervised for any reason)
- Monitor pool activities during swim meets and practices; evaluate individual and team performance, explain techniques and assist with skills improvement.
- Monitor aquatics facility and guests, and assures compliance to rules, regulations, policies and procedure; assure facilities are maintained in a clean and safe condition.
- Promote a positive recreation environment and good personal behavior
- Develop team motivation
- Ÿ Responsible for discipline of swimmers at team functions according to team policy
- Act as role model for swimmers
- Take an active role in the Torigian YMCA organization
- Willing to listen and collaborate with the head coach and other coaching staff
- Ability to work with a variety of ages and levels of swimmers
- Support efforts to instigate and maintain high team spirit which may include attending functions such as fund raisers or team sponsored socials.
- Prevent accidents through the enforcement of policies, rules, regulations, and ordinances governing the conduct of swimming pool patrons
- Ensure the pool deck is clean of swim team equipment prior to leaving practice time.
- In the event of an emergency be able to carry out the YMCA’s Aquatic Emergency Action Plan.
- Current Lifeguard/First Aid Certification; Coach’s Safety Training or willingness to achieve within first month of hire.
- Valid Massachusetts State Driver’s License. Active USA Swimming Coach certification or willingness to achieve within one month of hire.
- Minimum 2 years of experience coaching with either YMCA or USA Swimming is preferred.
- Accuracy and time management skills are essential.
- Strong desire to succeed. Eager to learn and be a team player.
- High level of understanding of the sport to include but not limited to: governance, athletic training, skill development, swimmer motivation, swimmer education, training plans, parent involvement, competition, and team administration.
- Basic computer skills including email Hy-tek meet management, Team Unify, MS Office. Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Strong organizational skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate with and instruct children ages 5-18.
- Proven problem solver. Strong track record as a technical swim coach with strong leadership skills.
- Required to pass a background investigation.