Assistant Coach

Coast Aquatics; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Coast Aquatics in Fort Walton Beach, FL is seeking a part-time coach to join our coaching staff. You will lead practices, teach stroke technique, and mentor swimmers across ages and skill levels, while maintaining a safe, positive environment.

This on-site role requires dedication to safety, alignment with USA Swimming standards, and the ability to work at least three evenings per week. You will collaborate with the head coach and communicate with swimmers' families to support performance and

Qualifications

• Experience in competitive swimming, preferably USA Swimming/collegiate
• Coaching experience preferred
• Must complete USA Swimming certification: CPR, First Aid, background check, etc.

Responsibilities

• Coaching workouts (writing sets, leading practices)
• Teach basics of all strokes and events
• Provide correct technical feedback to athletes
• Communicate with head coach all necessary information from practices and competition
• Create a positive, safe, and supportive environment for athletes to succeed

Skills

Competitive swimming experience

Coaching experience

USA Swimming certification

Job description

Job Posting

Coast Aquatics is seeking a part-time coach to join our coaching staff.

Team Description

Coast Aquatics is a year-round USA Swimming competitive team located on Florida's stunning Emerald Coast, with training facilities in Destin, Ft. Walton Beach, and Niceville. The organization is dedicated to helping swimmers achieve success at all levels, aligned with their abilities, motivation, and dedication. Coast Aquatics provides a structured and supportive environment that fosters physical fitness, discipline, and personal growth. Through its comprehensive training programs, swimmers are empowered to excel both in the sport and in life.

Role Description

This part-time on-site role, based in Fort Walton Beach, FL, is for a coach to teach, motivate, and train swimmers of various ages and skill levels. The coach will be responsible for leading practices, providing technical instruction, and mentoring athletes to help them achieve their goals. Key duties also include supervising and ensuring a safe environment for all participants, maintaining high safety standards, supporting the team at swim meets, and communicating with swimmers and their families.

Responsibilities

• Coaching workouts (including writing sets and leading practices)
• Teach basics of all strokes and events
• Provide correct technical feedback to athletes
• Communicate with head coach all necessary information from practices and competition
• Create a positive, safe, and supportive environment that allows athletes to succeed

Qualifications

• Experience in competitive swimming (USA Swimming and/or collegiate background preferred)
• Previous coaching experience preferred
• Complete (or able to complete) all USA Swimming certification and coaching requirements: CPR, First Aid, USA Swimming Background Check, Athlete Protection, Lifeguard, Concussion Protocol, etc.
• Must be available minimum 3 evenings per week for 2-3 hours.
• Must be able to legally work in the United States.