Assistant Age Group Coach – Screaming Eagle Aquatics

Mission: To provide safe and developmentally appropriate swim instruction for age group athletes while fostering a strong foundation in technique, work ethic, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The Assistant Age Group Swim Coach plays a critical role in developing young swimmers’ skills, confidence, and long-term love for the sport, while upholding the values and expectations set forth by Screaming Eagle Aquatics.

Primary Responsibilities:

1.       Development & Coaching:

·       Plan and conduct engaging, age-appropriate swim practices that emphasize proper stroke mechanics, starts, turns, streamlines, and basic race skills.

·       Focus on long-term athlete development, prioritizing technique, skill acquisition, consistency, and enjoyment over short-term performance results.

·       Create structured practices that balance instruction, conditioning, and enjoyment.

·       Provide clear demonstrations, feedback, and corrections tailored to each swimmer’s learning style and developmental stage.

·       Always ensure swimmer safety by maintaining appropriate supervision, awareness, and pool organization.

2.       Instilling Culture & Motivation:

·       Foster a positive, encouraging, and inclusive team culture where athletes feel valued, supported, and motivated.

·       Use swimmers’ names consistently, maintain eye contact, and communicate with patience, enthusiasm, and respect.

·       Build confidence in young athletes by setting achievable goals and celebrating effort, improvement, and sportsmanship.

·       Encourage participation in swim meets while helping athletes understand race fundamentals, rules, and expectations

3.       Parent & Program Support:

·       Serve as a professional and approachable point of contact for parents regarding swimmer development, group expectations, and practice structure.

·       Communicate clearly and respectfully with parents, escalating concerns or questions to senior coaching staff when appropriate.

·       Support a sense of community and belonging within the swim team and broader club membership.

·       Attend assigned swim meets to coach athletes on deck, ensuring a positive and educational competition experience.

·       Assist swimmers with meet preparation, including warm-ups, race strategy basics, and post-race feedback.

·       Be available to substitute coach for other groups when possible and assist with team-wide activities or events.

Employment Requirements:

1.       What you bring to the role:

·       Maintain required certifications (PCI Background Check, CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard and/or Coaching Certifications as applicable) and participate in continuing education at the expense of SEA.

·       Current USA Swimming coach member in good standing, or ability to obtain prior to hire.

·       Forward thinking planner and communicator who continuously assesses the evolving needs of athletes and families.

·       Minimum five (5) years of competitive swimming experience.

·       Minimum one (1) year of coaching at the municipal, USA Swimming or YMCA-level.

·       College swimming experience preferred but not required.

2.       What SEA offers you:

·     Salary Range: $13-17/hour

·     Performance Incentive: Up to $2,000 annual bonus based on measurable performance and program growth goals.

·     Benefits included: reimbursed travel costs, paid USA Swimming & ASCA education.

3.       How to Apply:

·       Send a resume outlining coaching and leadership experience to seaheadcoach@gmail. Cover letter is not required but encouraged.