Swim Team Assistant Coach

Under the guidance of the Head Coach the Swim Team Assistant Coach is responsible to support the implementation of the Competitive and/or Recreational Swimming Program following the YMCA Philosophy, Aquatic Guidelines, and the YMCA Competitive Sports Guidelines.

Requirements:

• Minimum age of 16.
• Background in competitive swimming either as a coach or swimmer.
• Ability to effectively communicate.
• 1 year of coaching experience with various ages helpful.
• Applicant must have excellent teaching skills with expert knowledge of training and stroke development.
• Exemplify YMCA ideals, leadership qualities and a professional image.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• YMCA Leader certification preferred (within 1st 90 Days).

Responsibilities:

• Help in evaluating swim team members individual goals; provide individual and team feedback for improvement and recognition.
• Support volunteer recruitment, parent and swimmer communication, and provide input on team roster and meet lineups.
• Supports community involvement, fundraising efforts and events.
• Maintains records of achievements, progress reports, skill development.
• Attend meetings as scheduled.
• Represents the YMCA at meets, various community events, and meetings.