Assistant Swim Coach

TIDALWAVES SWIM SOCIETY; Greenbrae Boardwalk (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

TIDALWAVES SWIM SOCIETY in Marin County, CA, is seeking an Assistant Swim Coach for a part-time role. You will help plan and deliver daily practices for swimmers aged 5–18, focusing on technique, conditioning, and skill development, on-site at facilities in Kentfield and Larkspur.

You will assist with warm-ups, drills, and progress feedback, while maintaining safety and coordinating with the coaching staff.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in competitive swimming technique for safe, effective training.
• Experience with Swim Instruction and Swim Lessons to guide swimmers of varying ages.
• Knowledge of Lifeguarding principles; current certification preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to motivate and support swimmers in a positive, inclusive manner with strong communication.
• Experience working with youth or in a team sports environment is beneficial.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within a specified time frame.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver daily swim practices for swimmers ages 5–18 at various technique levels.
• Demonstrate proper technique from the deck and provide constructive feedback.
• Set up equipment, assist warm-ups and drills, supervise swimmers during practices.
• Maintain a safe pool environment and communicate with coaches and swimmers as needed.
• Support swim meets, time trials, and social events, including occasional mornings, evenings, or weekend shifts.

Skills

Competitive swimming technique

Swim instruction/lessons

Lifeguarding knowledge

Motivate and support swimmers

Youth/team sports experience

CPR & First Aid certification

On-site work in Kentfield and Larkspur

Job description

Company Description

TIDALWAVES SWIM SOCIETY is a community swim team based in Larkspur, California, serving the local community through Fall and Winter conditioning and technique focused practice opportunities and local Marin County competition in the longer Spring/Summer season. The team focuses on providing access to the sport of swimming, swim skills, sportsmanship, healthy optional local competition and community belonging while building a lifelong love of swimming. The organization values a supportive, family-oriented environment for kids of ALL abilities and interest levels.

Role Description

The Assistant Swim Coach is a part-time role with practice hours that vary based on season, generally 2-3 hours each evening and some Saturdays. This role supports the head coach in planning and delivering daily swim practices for swimmers ages 5 - 18 at various levels of technique mastery, focusing on skill development, stroke technique, and conditioning. The Assistant Swim Coach provides clear instruction from the deck, monitors swimmer progress, and offers constructive feedback to help each swimmer meet their goals. Daily responsibilities include setting up equipment, assisting with warm-ups and drills, supervising swimmers during practices, helping maintain a safe pool environment, and communicating with coaches and swimmers as needed. In the Spring, the role also involve supporting swim meets, time trials, and social events, including occasional early morning, evening, or weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in competitive swimming technique to demonstrate proper technique and ensure safe, effective training.
• Experience with Swim Instruction and Swim Lessons to guide swimmers of varying ages and skill levels.
• Knowledge of Lifeguarding principles and water safety practices; current lifeguard certification or willingness to obtain is preferred.
• Ability to motivate and support swimmers in a positive, inclusive manner, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with youth or in a team sports environment is beneficial.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain within a specified time frame.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work on-site in Kentfield and Larkspur, including some mornings, evenings, and weekends.