Swim Team Coach

The Karishim Swim Club at the JCC Greater Boston in Newton, MA, is seeking a Swim Coach (KASC). The Aquatics Department is a friendly, high-performing team inspired to use its knowledge and passion to help athletes grow in and out of the pool. Swim coaches work with enthusiastic families and colleagues as they develop their teams. This is a part-time position with 22+ hours a week, including weekend meets.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare practices on a weekly basis based on the phase of training and swimmers' needs/ability, maintaining a focus on technique, skill development, and athlete development
• Create recruitment, retention, and athletic development plans for new athletes.
• Work closely with the Aquatics Staff and other coaches to promote the club as a whole.
• Participate in weekend swim meets, as required
• Attend all coach's meetings (approximately 4-5/year)
• Help determine swimmers' events for meet entries
• Develop the roles and responsibilities of parents, swimmers, and coaches, as well as individual athletic plans. Communicate openly with parents to ensure education and communication on all aspects of long-term athletic development.

Qualifications:

• Current/valid American Red Cross Lifeguard certification, with CPR, AED and First Aid.
• USA Swimming Coaches Certification or ability to obtain coaches certification within the first 14 days of hire.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC's discretion to meet minimum criteria.