ASSISTANT SWIM COACH

YMCA of Columbia Willamette; Washington; On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Gym Membership

Free Group Fitness

Free Pool Access

HydroMassage (18+)

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Sick Leave

Growth Opportunities

Resume Building

Work with Friends

Community Engagement

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

YMCA of Columbia Willamette is seeking an Assistant Swim Coach in Washington to lead by example and support youth swimmers. You will assist in practice prep, demonstrations, and safe, encouraging instruction under YMCA curricula.

Must be 18+, with 2 years of competitive swimming, and hold CPR/First Aid or Lifeguard certification. Active certification maintenance and background checks are required; YMCA-USA and USA Swimming credentials should be obtained within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Must have 2 years of experience in competitive swimming.
• Must have CPR/First Aid or Lifeguard Certification.
• Maintains current Safety Training for Swim Coaches Certification (or Lifeguard Certification).
• Must possess YMCA of the USA Coaches Certification and USA Swimming Certification (or achieve within 30 days).
• Must pass YMCA and USA Swimming background checks.

Responsibilities

• Leading by example - using your training to perform rescues in and around the pool.
• Assisting in preparation of the swim team area for workout.
• Assisting with appropriate stretching and warm-up/cool-down activities.
• Assisting with maintaining safety and discipline during workouts and meets.
• Assisting in responding to the individual needs of participants.
• Assisting in providing a variety of demonstration, explanation, and practice and skill correction during each workout.
• Assisting in effective communication with athletes and parents in a friendly manner and providing appropriate encouragement.
• Teaching swimming lessons according the YMCA Swim Lessons curriculum.
• Being a positive role model for youths in your community.
• Upholding the YMCA Policies and Standards.

Skills

Competitive swimming experience

Education

CPR/First Aid Certification

Lifeguard Certification

YMCA Coaches Certification

USA Swimming Certification

Safety Training for Swim Coaches

Job description

Job Description

Description:Do you have experience in competitive swimming?Want to learn how to lead a team of youth swimmers?Are you a team player? Are you 16 or older?Become an Assistant Swim Coach at the YMCA!Why should you apply?

• Free Household Gym Membership
• Free Group Fitness Classes
• Free Pool Access
• Free HydroMassage (for those over 18)
• Program Discounts
• Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Opportunities for Growth/Leadership
• Build your Resume
• Work with your friends
• Engage with your community
• Flexible working hours (part time - up to 30 hrs/week) based on your availability

What would you be doing?

• Leading by example - using your training to perform rescues in and around the pool
• Assisting in preparation of the swim team area for workout
• Assisting with appropriate stretching and warm-up/cool-down activities
• Assisting with maintaining safety and discipline during workouts and meets
• Assisting in responding to the individual needs of participants
• Assisting in providing a variety of demonstration, explanation, and practice and skill correction during each workout
• Assisting in effective communication with athletes and parents in a friendly manner and providing appropriate encouragement
• Teaching swimming lessons according the YMCA Swim Lessons curriculum
• Being a positive role model for youths in your community
• Upholding the YMCA Policies and Standards

Requirements:

• Must be 18 or older
• Must have 2 years of experience in competitive swimming
• Must have a minimum of current CPR/First Aid OR Lifeguard Certification
• Maintains a current Safety Training for Swim Coaches Certification (or Lifeguard Certification)
• Must possess YMCA of the USA Coaches Certification and USA Swimming Certification (or achieve within 30 days)
• Must pass YMCA and USA Swimming background checks