Age Group Swim Coach - Lead Practices & Team Development

Westport Weston Family YMCA; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Westport Weston Family YMCA is seeking a part-time Age Group Coach to lead practices, plan events, and supervise age-group swimmers under the Head Coach. You will communicate with coaches and parents, plan meets, and ensure certifications are current.

The role supports senior and national team activities, requires coaching experience, and involves overseeing the age-group program and assisting with budget and staff supervision. On-site at 14 Allen Raymond Lane, Westport, CT.

Qualifications

• Hy-Tek knowledge; prior competitive coaching experience preferred.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer/AED, Lifeguard Training and First Aid certifications required.
• US Swimming background check required; YMCA Principles of Competitive Swimming and Diving and USA Swimming Foundations of Coaching

Responsibilities

• Organize and run practices for the age group levels.
• Attend coaches and parent club meetings.
• Oversee the Age Group program.
• Report to the Head Coach on Age Group matters.
• Attend all meets for Age Group teams.
• Reply to phone messages and emails promptly.
• Maintain and update required certifications.
• Assist Head Coach with budget and supervision of part-time coaches.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in YMCA activities.
• Perform other duties as designated by supervisor.

Skills

Coaching experience

Administrative skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Computer skills

Education

CPR/AED First Aid certifications

Lifeguard Training

USA Swimming Foundations of Coaching

YMCA Competitive Swimming background

Tools

Hy-Tek

Job description

Westport Weston Family YMCA is seeking a part-time Age Group Coach to lead practices, plan events, and supervise age-group swimmers under the Head Coach. You will communicate with coaches and parents, plan meets, and ensure certifications are current.

The role supports senior and national team activities, requires coaching experience, and involves overseeing the age-group program and assisting with budget and staff supervision. On-site at 14 Allen Raymond Lane, Westport, CT.