Head Swim Coach

Head Swim Coach – Kennebec Valley YMCA

The Kennebec Valley YMCA is seeking a motivated and inclusive YMCA Head Swim Coach to lead KVY Stingrays, one of Augusta’s most accomplished youth sports programs. This is an opportunity for a coach who is passionate about developing swimmers at all levels—from early competitive athletes to those pursuing collegiate swimming—while building a positive, team-centered culture. The role offers flexibility in time commitment (full or part time) and excellent leadership building experience.

Step into a team with a proven track record of excellence:

• Elite Performance: 5 recent state championships and 50+ YMCA National qualifiers.

• Proven Success: Nearly every team record broken recently, with 20+ athletes moving on to collegiate swimming.

• Strong Support: Lead a program backed by a committed parent committee, dedicated assistant coach, and a culture of senior-swimmer mentorship.

Essential Functions

• Plan, organize, and lead swim practices for multiple age groups (ages 6 to 18) and ability levels (Beginner to High School/National level). 

• Develop seasonal training plans that promote skill development, sportsmanship, teamwork and personal growth.

• Coach swimmers during practices and weekend swim meets. 

• Create an inclusive team environment aligned with YMCA competencies and values. 

• Recruit and retain swimmers, support team growth and community engagement

• Communicate regularly with swimmers, parents/guardians, and YMCA staff regarding schedules, expectations, and athlete progress.

• Collaborate with assistant coaches and volunteers, provide leadership and mentoring.

• Ensure swimmer safety and enforce YMCA policies and procedures at all times.

• Maintain required certifications and comply with YMCA standards

• Assist with program administration, including meet entries, rosters and scheduling as needed. 

Qualifications

• Current or ability to obtain YMCA Swimming Coach Certification

• Current or ability to obtain USA Swimming Coach Certification

• Current SafeSport Certification (USA Swimming) or ability to obtain.

• Current CPR/AED/ First Aid and Lifeguarding certifications or ability to obtain

• Previous swim coaching experience preferred (all age groups and ability levels)

• Knowledge of competitive swimming techniques, training principles, and meet procedures

• Ability to work with diverse populations and create an inclusive team environment. 

• Strong communication, organizational and leadership skills

• Compliance with all YMCA and USA Swimming certification and background screening requirements. 

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and attend swim meets.

• Provide leadership and mentoring.

• Ensure swimmer safety and enforce YMCA policies and procedures at all times.

• Maintain required certifications and comply with YMCA standards

• Assist with program administration, including meet entries, rosters and scheduling as needed.

• Use of Swimtopia and meet entry systems experience preferred.