Competitive Swim Team

The West Springfield Park & Recreation Department seeks reliable, trustworthy, engaging, motivated and experienced Assistant Coaches to bring a positive, energetic, and forward-thinking presence to the Torpedoes Swim Team. The West Springfield Torpedoes is a competitive swim program that serves the youth of West Springfield during two distinct swim seasons (Winter & Summer).

Examples of Duties:

• Provide structured practices tailored to meet the needs of each training group.
• Coordinate swimming, dryland training, and meet schedules seasonally (Winter and Summer)
• Determine swimmers’ abilities and skill levels before setting up training programs.
• Develop and implement training programs that focus on improving technique, stroke placement, speed, and style.
• Teach brand new swimming styles or strokes.
• Educate swimmers on water safety.
• Use a range of activities to improve water confidence.
• Record training sessions in order to analyze strokes, techniques, and monitor progress.
• Set training goals and objectives for teams as well as individual swimmers.
• Teach and perfect skills like flips, kicks, body rolls, floating, and breath control.
• Ensure the pool or training area is clean, well-maintained, and free of hazards.

Qualifications:

• Three plus years of coaching experience preferred.
• Experience leading and mentoring swimmers and coaches of all levels.
• Strong coaching acumen including solid knowledge of stroke technique and training.
• Strong enthusiasm and desire for continued growth in an environment of respect, integrity, caring, and understanding.
• Strong organizational and clear communication skills.
• Passion for competitive swimming.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Maintain current coach credentials as required.