HEAD SWIM TEAM COACH

We are seeking a part-time experienced and dynamic Head Swim Team Coach to lead our Twin Cities Swim Team. The ideal candidate will provide leadership in the preparation, planning, and operation of swim team practices and competitive meets. The coaching season runs from October through April.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Works with all swimmers to teach teamwork and proper swim techniques and strategies. Encourages fun, enjoyment of sport, individual and team progress and swimmers reaching their potential.
• Prepares practice and meet schedules/locations and proactively communicates this information to parents/families/guardians and select staff.
• Assists with selecting assistant coach(es).
• Set and evaluate swim team members individual goals; provide individual and team feedback for improvement and recognition.
• Encourages member and parent support and involvement; identifies potential volunteers.
• Maintains records of achievements, progress reports, skill development.
• Maintain current knowledge of emergency procedures; report incident and accident events in complete and timely manner.
• Represents the YMCA at meets, various community events, meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Qualifications:
  • Current certifications in: CPR-PRO w/AED, Basic First Aid Certifications; Safety Training for Swim Coaches or Lifeguarding.
  • Previous experience coaching competitive swim team or swimmers.
  • Previous experience with – or willingness to be trained on – Team and Meet Manager Software.

• Preferred Qualifications:
  • YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent.
  • Lifeguard certification.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to demonstrate, instruct, observe, and critique team members in proper race starting and stroke techniques.
• Required to sit, stand and walk for extended periods during practices, dual meets, invitational meets and other situations as needed.
• Ability to react to emergency situations by quick movements, strenuous activity, and on occasion assist or lift persons in distress of varying weights.
• Required to remain alert to dangerous situations while sitting, standing, or walking for various lengths of time.
• Ability to communicate across distances in a noisy environment.

For more information about Swim Instructor openings at the YMCA of Auburn-Lewiston, please contact Chris Shea cshea@alymca.org.