Assistant Swim Coach

Southington-Cheshire Community YMCAs; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Southington-Cheshire Community YMCAs in Southington, CT is seeking a part-time, on-site RAYS Assistant Swim Coach to support lead coaches in planning and delivering practices for swimmers 13+.

You will instruct proper technique, assist with warm-ups, monitor pool safety, organize practices and meets, and communicate with caregivers and participants while collaborating with aquatics staff to maintain a welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of competitive swimming techniques and theory.
• Ability to work independently and professionally.
• Strong verbal and written communication with swimmers and parents.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver swim practices to develop skills, endurance, and confidence for 13+ swimmers.
• Instruct proper technique, assist with warm-ups and drills, and monitor safety in and around the pool.
• Organize practices and meets; communicate with caregivers and participants; collaborate with aquatics staff; maintain a safe, inclusive environment.
• Assist with swimmer evaluations, registration, and basic attendance/performance records.

Skills

Advanced swimming knowledge

Independent work

Verbal & written communication

Judgment and safety

Job description

Company Description

The Southington-Cheshire Community YMCAs are dedicated to empowering people and communities to learn, grow, and thrive. With a focus on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, the Y nurtures the potential of individuals of all ages, improves community health and well-being, and offers opportunities to give back and support neighbors. The organization serves thousands of children, families, and individuals across seven locations, including the Southington and Cheshire Community YMCAs, YMCA Camp Sloper Outdoor Center, YMCA Learning Center, Sports Performance Center, and Spirit Mind Body Center. Team members join a mission-driven organization that values inclusion, community engagement, and personal development. More information about programs and services can be found at SCCYMCA.org.

Role Description

the RAYS Assistant Swim Coach is a Part-time, on-site role based in Southington, CT. This role supports the lead coaches in planning and delivering swim practices that develop skills, endurance, and confidence for swimmers 13 years old and older. Day-to-day responsibilities include instructing swimmers in proper technique, assisting with warm-ups and drills, monitoring safety in and around the pool, and reinforcing team standards and positive sportsmanship. The Assistant Swim Coach helps organize practices and meets, communicates with caregivers and participants, and collaborates with aquatics and lifeguard staff to maintain a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment. The role may also assist with swimmer evaluations, registration, and basic recordkeeping related to attendance and performance.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be at least 18 years of age
• Advanced knowledge in practical, theoretical and psychological concepts of competitive swimming
• Work independently and professionally
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing ideas to swim team members and parents
• Exercise proper judgment when dealing with swim team members and parents
• Maintain certifications required by the YMCA of the USA
• USA Swimming Inc. certification a bonus!
• CPR for professional Rescuer, Standard First Aid, and Lifeguard Training

Flexible evenings and required to work weekends.