Assistant Swim Coach - SAIS

Cognita Schools; Singapore; On-site; SGD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Swim Coach for its Athletics & CCA team. This role involves supporting the school's competitive swim program, coaching swimmers at various levels, and maintaining a collaborative environment with parents and students. The ideal candidate will possess swim coaching experience, relevant qualifications, and a passion for fostering a positive swim culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of swim coaching experience.
• Current Lifeguard Qualification required or ability to achieve before starting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for parent and student interactions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of the competitive swim program.
• Coordinate activities related to swimming.
• Coach swimmers at developmental and performance levels.

Skills

Swim Coaching Experience

Lifeguarding Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Collaboration

Computer Literacy

Education

Degree or Diploma

UKCC Level 2 Swim Coach or Equivalent

Tools

Hytek

Team Unify

Job description

As a leading international school in Singapore, Stamford American International School (Stamford American) caters to students aged 2 months to 18 years old. With students from 79 countries and over 3000 students across two state-of-the-art campuses, we offer a dynamic educational journey emphasizing student well-being and academic excellence.

Stamford American is proud to be an IB World School, offering the full continuum of the International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes: the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and IB Diploma Programme (DP). The school’s outstanding faculty comprising more than 350 experienced and highly qualified teachers from over 40 nationalities, through a competitive recruitment process. Educators are highly skilled in their content areas and pedagogy, but equally important, they excel at building strong relationships and creating an environment where students feel safe, supported, and valued.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Swim Coach to join our Athletics & CCA team.

About the Role:

The SAIS Aquatics Team is currently seeking a dedicated and innovative Assistant Swim Coach to join our team of coaches. As the Assistant Swim Coach, your primary responsibilities will involve assisting in the delivery of our competitive swim program and coordinating associated activities. You will play a pivotal role in coaching swimmers at both developmental and performance levels. The ideal candidate will possess adaptability and dynamism to thrive in our ever-changing and growing swim program.

Position Requirements:

At least 2 years of swim coaching experience

Lifeguarding experience in pool environment

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

Interpersonal skills and ability to relate confidently to parents and students

Computer literate (Microsoft & google applications,, Apple OS)

Experience with Hytek, Team Unify or other meet software, desirable

Demonstrates the Stamford Values – Courage, Ingenuity, Compassion, Integrity

Qualifications:

Degree or Diploma

UKCC Level 2 Swim Coach or International Governing Body Equivalent

Current Lifeguard Qualification required or ability to achieve prior to commencement of role