Swim Coach

Under the close supervision of the Recreation Coordinator, this position is responsible for providing quality instruction of competitive strokes and skills through proper technique, creativity, and engagement of the swimmers.

Essential Duties:

• Create a swim team Ensuring safety of all students in the class is essential, as well as creating a positive and fun learning environment.
• Developing age-appropriate swim programs and planning, directing, and supervising practices. Create varied workouts and be able to teach correct competitive strokes using various swimming techniques, drills, and games.
• Monitor pool activities during swim meets and practices.
• Evaluates individual and team performance, explains techniques, and assists with skills improvement. Attend and participate in staff meetings, in-service training, orientations, and emergency drills.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Must possess general knowledge of competitive swimming equipment such as pace clocks, lane ropes, instructional tools (i.e.: kickboards, pull buoys).
• Excellent customer service skills are a must.
• Applicants must be energetic, dynamic, and self-motivated. Must be comfortable talking to children and adults.