Assistant Swim Coach - Metro Marlins

Applitrack; Orono (ME); On-site; USD 11,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

ESST

PERA retirement plan

Job summary

Metro Marlins is a year-round competitive swim program in Orono, MN seeking three coaches for younger swimmers (6-12) and older groups as needed. Position is part-time, 6-15 hours weekly with evening practices, compensation based on experience and competitive with area programs. Start date as soon as possible.

Responsibilities include conducting practices, ensuring safety, and creating a positive experience while collaborating with staff to support participant development across swimming skills.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children; aquatics background preferred.
• Knowledge of current swimming techniques and policies.
• Create engaging practice sets with coaching staff guidance.
• Ability to work with swimmers of all skill levels.
• Must be USA-Swimming certified coach or able to attain certification.
• Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid certifications are a plus.
• Strong oral and written communication.
• Collaborative with parents and staff.
• Commitment to athlete development and safety.

Responsibilities

• Conduct swim practices and support program priorities.
• Monitor and ensure participant safety at all times.
• Create enjoyable experiences for children.
• Collaborate with staff to implement a supportive development philosophy.

Skills

USA-Swimming certified coach

CPR/AED

First Aid

Lifeguarding

Communication with parents

Develop age-appropriate workouts

Job description

Metro Marlins is a year-round competitive swim program located in Orono, MN. We are looking for three coaches to assist with our younger age swimmers (6-12) and if interested the older group as needed (13+). Previous coaching experience is preferred, though not necessary if you have a background in competitive swimming.

This position could consist of 6 to 20 hours a week depending on the group(s) coaching and personal availability. During the Fall, Winter and Spring season practices are primarily 6-9pm (Mon. thru Fri). Compensation will be based upon experience and is highly competitive to other area swim programs.Preferred start date as soon as possible.

Job Summary

• Responsible for conducting swim practices and supporting program priorities.
• Monitor and ensure participant safety at all times.
• Createconditions which ensure an enjoyable experience for children.
• Work collaboratively withCommunity Educationstaff toimplement a philosophy that is supportive ofparticipants' development in theswimming skillstargeted through the activity.

Work Schedule

This is a part-time position. Time commitment will range between 6-15 hours per week at practices, with meets a possibility based upon need.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and background in aquatics preferred
• Knowledge of current swimming techniques and policies
• Create engaging practice sets and swim workouts with ongoing support and guidance from head coaching staff.
• Work effectively with swimmers of all skill levels and abilities.
• Must be a USA-Swimming certified coach or capable of attaining certification.
• Thorough knowledge and application of swimming andwater safetyskills.
• Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid, Safety Training for Swim Coaches certification is a plus.
• Effective teachingand/or practice management skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in collaboration with others.
• Understanding of the role of parent involvement and the ability to collaborate with parents.
• Commitment to supporting the wholechild in their pursuit of high levels of mastery of skill within the program.

Bargaining Group and Level: NA

COMPENSATION

Hourly Wage: $18/hr.

OTHER BENEFITS

Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)

RETIREMENT/PENSION

Positions covered by Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)

District Website

www.oronoschools.org

Contact

Ms. Alden von Bargen, Aquatics and Recreation Specialist
952-449-8333 [e-mail]
Dr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources
952-449-8370 [e-mail]