Assistant Coach (Group Lead)

• Type: SWISD employee (hourly, non-exempt)

• Hours: ~15-25 hrs/week

  • Weekday afternoons/evenings, Saturday mornings, + 1-2 meets/month

• Reports to: Aquatics Coordinator/Head Swim Coach

Role Summary

Own a training group as the lead on deck (design plans, run practices, track progress) while assisting other groups as needed. Model a positive, SafeSport-aligned culture and communicate clearly with families.

Core Responsibilities

• Plan & coach: seasonal/weekly/daily practices for the assigned group(s) (water & age-appropriate dryland as necessary)

• Technical development: progressions for all strokes. starts/turns, race strategy; video feedback when appropriate

• Group leadership: maintain standards for attendance, effort, and sportsmanship; manage lane assignments; uphold discipline with consistency

• Meet coaching: prepare entries with the staff, write race plans, on-deck coaching, splits, and follow-up notes

• Evaluation: maintain attendance and test sets, track best times/time standards, and provide periodic progress updates

• Communication: timely parent communication (48 business hours norm), monthly group update, and collaboration with staff

• Safety & compliance: maintain USA Swimming coach credentials, SafeSport, CPR/First Aid; follow SWISD facility policies

• Program support: clinics, team events, and occasional coverage for other groups

Qualifications

• USA Swimming coach in good standing (or obtained within 30 days); current SafeSport, CPR/First Aid, and concussions as applicable

• 1-3+ years coaching age-group/senior-level athletes or equivalent competitive background

• Evidence of athlete development (mechanics to racing skills) and strong deck presence

• Clear written/verbal communication and parent-education mindset; basic admin (Meet Manager/Team Manager/TeamUnify or CommitSwimming preferred)

Compensation

• Hourly contractor stipend commensurate with experience; starting at $22.00/hr

• Professional development (clinics, education, etc.) support available

Key Success Metrics

• Attendance and skill progression for the group; best time/time standard improvements

• Parent feedback and communication responsiveness

• Consistent SafeSport culture and practice quality