Female Swimming Coach

GEMS MILLENNIUM SCHOOL - SHARJAH; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in the United Arab Emirates seeks a qualified Swimming Coach responsible for planning and delivering swimming lessons to students. The ideal candidate must hold a recognized swimming coaching certification and have 2-3 years of coaching experience, preferably in a school environment. Duties include ensuring student safety, supervising swimming sessions, and promoting teamwork and discipline. Join us to contribute to our dynamic educational community!

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a swimming coach, preferably in a school setting.
• Experience working with CBSE schools or structured school curricula is preferred.
• Knowledge of child safeguarding and school compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate swimming lessons for students across various grade levels.
• Teach basic to advanced swimming techniques, including water safety skills.
• Ensure strict adherence to pool safety rules and school safeguarding policies.
• Support holistic student development by promoting teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.

Skills

Strong swimming and coaching expertise

Excellent supervision and risk management skills

Ability to work effectively with children of different age groups

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Patience, discipline, and a student‑centric approach

Education

Certification in Swimming Coaching from a recognized authority

Lifeguard certification and valid First Aid/CPR certification

Job description

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate swimming lessons for students across various grade levels.
• Teach basic to advanced swimming techniques, including strokes, breathing, floating, and water safety skills.
• Identify individual student abilities and provide differentiated coaching support.
• Prepare students for inter-house, inter-school, and CBSE-affiliated swimming competitions where applicable.

Student Safety & Supervision

• Ensure strict adherence to pool safety rules and school safeguarding policies.
• Closely supervise students during swimming sessions to prevent accidents or injuries.
• Conduct regular headcounts before, during, and after pool sessions.
• Administer basic first aid and respond effectively to emergencies.

Curriculum & Assessment

• Align swimming activities with the CBSE Physical & Health Education framework.
• Maintain student progress records and provide feedback to PE teachers and parents when required.
• Support holistic student development by promoting teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.

Pool & Equipment Management

• Ensure swimming equipment is used correctly and stored safely.
• Coordinate with school management to maintain pool hygiene, water quality, and safety standards.
• Report any safety hazards, maintenance issues, or equipment damage promptly.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work collaboratively with PE teachers, class teachers, and school leadership.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff regarding swimming schedules and expectations.
• Support school events, sports days, and extracurricular activities as required.

Qualifications & Experience

Mandatory

• Certification in Swimming Coaching from a recognized authority – ASCA, etc.
• Lifeguard certification and valid First Aid/CPR certification.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a swimming coach, preferably in a school setting.

Preferred

• Experience working with CBSE schools or structured school curricula.
• Knowledge of child safeguarding and school compliance requirements.

Skills

• Strong swimming and coaching expertise
• Excellent supervision and risk management skills
• Ability to work effectively with children of different age groups
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, discipline, and a student‑centric approach