Swim Coach

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Instruct participants in skills, techniques, and code of conduct in a variety of teaching and instruction methods.
• Creates an enjoyable experience for participants of the program while teaching fundamentals of sport or activity. Ensures that all participants have an opportunity to participate in the program.
• Exercises and teaches safety awareness and practices for skills and programs.
• Communicate with participants to improve the success of the program and address any concerns.
• Provide a positive environment, welcome members, answer questions, and mentor potential new members.
• Provide regular feedback and program evaluation to the Recreation Coordinator. Discusses concerns and makes recommendations for program improvements including content, marketing efforts, scheduling, etc.
• Cleans and maintains surrounding program area (to include trash pickup and set-up and take down of equipment) before and after each program.
• May be assigned lead role responsibilities as needed.
• Plans, directs and supervises all practices and meets.
• Ensures all necessary equipment is available, is set up, and property functioning.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND FORMAL TRAINING:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age.
• Minimum two (2) years coach/instructor experience with general knowledge of fundamentals of rules and sport.
• Prior coaching and/or group-leading experience preferred.
• Equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence that the applicant possesses the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.