The Aquatic Club of Elkhorn swim team (ACE) is a non-profit, board-run, year-round competitive swim team located in Omaha, NE with over 150 members.
ACE is searching for an energetic part-time coach to join us in developing our athletes and growing our program while teaching and modeling our core values of being swimmer centric, supporting life-long learning, having passionate coaches, following a philosophy of growth, and building community.
You can find more information about our team here: www.aceotters.com
Qualifications:
- Applicants must already have or be willing to obtain a USA Swimming Coach certification, including First Aid/CPR certification. Additional certification requirements through USA Swimming may be necessary.
- Applicants must have previous competitive swimming experience and strong knowledge of stroke-mechanics and technique fundamentals.
- Have background working with young, developmental swimmers between the age of 6-15, either on a swim team or in group swim lessons.
- Passion and enthusiasm for competitive swimming and a “desire to excel” professionally.
- Strong work ethic, time management and organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends
- Applicants must have a positive attitude, be a team player, and possess good communication skills.
- Be able to pass a pre-employment background check.
On Job Time Requirements & Performance Responsibilities:
- This position requires 5 - 10 hours per week. Applicants must be generally available Monday-Friday afternoons in the 5:30 - 9:00 PM time frame. Specific schedule details will be discussed upon interview.
- Arrival at practice and meets at minimum 15 min prior to arrival of athletes
- Model proper dress, language, demeanor and sportsmanship for the athletes
- Effectively teach strokes, starts, and turns
- Provide constructive feedback to swimmer at practices and following races at meets
- Help athletes to develop and achieve their highest personal and athletic potentials
- Assist or substitute for other coaches as directed
- Attend all assigned staff meetings
- Attend all assigned swim meets (approximately 1-2 weekends per month)
- Understand and adhere to rules, regulations and policies of USA Swimming, Midwestern Swimming and ACE.
Compensation:
- Pay is based upon experience.
- The Club will cover the costs of required certifications and USA Swimming membership, as well as reimburse approved professional development fees .
Contact
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Please email resume to:
Aquatic Club of Elkhorn Head Coach Anthony Miles, coach_anthony@aceotters.com
About Aquatic Club of Elkhorn
The Aquatic Club of Elkhorn swim team (ACE) is a non-profit, board-run, year-round competitive swim team located in Omaha, NE with over 150 members. Our team consists of swimmers 6-18 years of age and group levels from novice to elite. We combine fun and hard work to produce long-term success for our athletes in and out of the pool.
ACE strives to develop leaders with integrity, discipline and excellence for athletes, families, and coaches in the Midwest. We are committed to athletic excellence while providing a positive, educational, and healthy environment for all members.
More information about our team can be found at: www.aceotters.com