Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Swim Team Coach provides leadership in the preparation, planning, and operation of swim team practices at their assigned branch while coordinating with the other branch for competitive meets.

Responsibilities

• Build effective, authentic relationships with swimmers and encouraging parental support and involvement
• Identify and recruits potential volunteers
• Instruct and provide feedback on technique, allowing for movement up through the swim team groups
• Provide leadership and direction for assistant coaches and support volunteers.
• Prepare and plan schedules and achievement guidelines for practices, leading practices.
• Coordinate with the other Swim Team Coaches and Aquatics Directors to plan swim meets.
• Plan and coordinate branch team gatherings, end of season celebrations and other events.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Swim Experience is required.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification is required and can be provided by the YMCA after hire.
• Prior coaching experience preferred, and working knowledge of rules and regulations.
• Prior USA swimming instructor certifications (Coaching 101 & 201) preferred.
• Able to demonstrate correct swim techniques and strokes.
• General knowledge of anatomy, and exercise physiology, and kinesiology/ body kinematics preferred.
• All YMCA employees are mandated reporters of suspected child abuse or neglect.