Senior Group Coach

Senior Group Swim Coach

Valparaiso Swim Club – Valparaiso, Indiana
Competitive Compensation Based on Experience

About Valparaiso Swim Club

Valparaiso Swim Club is a thriving year-round competitive swim program serving nearly 200 swimmers of all ages and abilities in Northwest Indiana, just one hour from Chicago. The club has experienced significant growth and success in recent years and is committed to developing athletes through technical excellence, hard work, sportsmanship, and a positive team culture.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Group Swim Coach to lead our senior-level training group and contribute to the continued growth and success of our club. 

Position Summary

The Senior Group Swim Coach will oversee the training and development of advanced swimmers ranging from high school athletes to sectional, state, and national-level competitors. This individual will design and execute training plans, prepare swimmers for championship competition, and support club operations through leadership and administrative responsibilities.

This position requires deck coaching, meet attendance, athlete mentoring, and collaboration with staff, parents, and club leadership.

This position has the potential to evolve into a broader leadership role based on performance, organizational needs, and the continued growth of the club. The position reports directly to the Head Coach.

Primary Responsibilities

Coaching & Athlete Development

• Lead 8 - 9 senior group practices per week; Monday - Saturday

• Develop seasonal training plans and daily practice design

• Provide technical instruction in all four strokes, starts, and turns

• Tailor training to accommodate varying athlete tracks

• Lead the team's dryland and strength training program utilizing the SwimStrong program

• Implement race strategy and competition preparation

• Collaborate with athletes to set clear seasonal and long-term performance goals

• Monitor athlete progression and performance metrics

• Plan educational clinics and team development activities

• Foster a positive culture of accountability, discipline, and team excellence

Competition Responsibilities

• Attend local, regional, and championship swim meets

• Create meet entries and event lineups

• Analyze race performance and provide post-meet feedback

• Prepare athletes for Indiana championship-level competition

Administrative Duties

• Coordinate meet registration and deadlines

• Manage communication with swimmers and families

• Track attendance, performance data, and athlete progress

• Assist with scheduling and program planning

• Participate in coach and board meetings

• Ensure compliance with USA Swimming certification and Safe Sport requirements

• Support team events, fundraising, and athlete recruitment

Leadership

• Collaborate with Head Coach and assistant coaches

• Help mentor junior coaching staff

• Build positive relationships with athletes and families

• Promote strong team culture and sportsmanship

Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years competitive swim coaching experience

• Strong knowledge of stroke mechanics and training methodology

• Experience coaching senior or advanced age-group swimmers

• Excellent leadership and communication skills

• Current USA Swimming certifications or ability to obtain quickly:

  • CPR / First Aid

  • Safety Training for Swim Coaches

  • Athlete Protection Training

Preferred

• Experience coaching state, sectional, or national qualifiers

• Collegiate swimming or high-level competitive swimming background

• Dryland/strength programming experience

• Team management or administrative experience

Compensation

• Competitive hourly or salaried compensation based on experience

• Meet travel reimbursement

• Professional development support

• Opportunity for long-term growth within club leadership

Schedule

• Weekday afternoons

• Weekday early mornings

• Satudays

• Weekend swim meets

• Seasonal championship travel required

To Apply

Please submit:

• Resume

• Coaching experience summary

• 2–3 professional references

• Brief coaching philosophy statement

Send applications to: Kelli Donohue; president@valparaisoswimclub.com