Assistant Swim Team Coach

ymcastark; Ashland (OH); On-site; USD 15,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary YMCA membership

Discounted child care

Discounts on programs

Job summary

ymcastark is looking for an Assistant Swim Team Coach to support the Head Coach at practices and meets at our Ashland YMCA. The role emphasizes competitive aquatics knowledge and strong leadership to guide young swimmers.

The position is part-time with a typical 6–10 hour weekly schedule and pay of $11–$12 per hour, commensurate with experience. Join a team-focused environment that promotes safety and development.

Qualifications

• Background and knowledge in competitive aquatics.
• Excellent leadership and communication with swimmers, parents and staff.
• Ability to motivate swimmers at practices and meets.
• Current YMCA lifeguard and BLS certifications or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Attend regular practices as scheduled by head coach.
• Approximately 6-10 hours a week.
• Attend YMCA dual meets as needed.
• Assist Head Coach in planning swim meet and activities.
• Other duties as directed by the Head Coach.

Skills

Aquatics knowledge

Leadership

Motivating swimmers

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

YMCA Lifeguard (v6) certification

BLS

Emergency Oxygen Administration

Job description

Job Description:

Assistant Swim Team Coach

Qualifications:

• Background and knowledge in competitive aquatics
• Excellent leadership skills
• Ability to work with and motivate swimmers at practices and meets
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with Head Coach, swimmers, parents and YMCA staff
• Current YMCA v6 lifeguard, BLS, BFA, Emergency Oxygen Administration, other certifications as required.

Responsibilities:

• Attend regular practices as scheduled by head coach.
• Approximately 6-10 hours a week
• Attend YMCA dual meets as needed
• Assist Head Coach in planning swim meet and other team activities
• Other duties as directed by the Head Coach

Starting Wage:

• $11.00-$12.00/hr - commensurate with experience

*** Part-time staff receive complimentary memberships and discounted rates for child care and most programs.