Assistant Swim Team Coach

Greater Peoria Family YMCA; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Swim Team Coach to support its competitive swim program. This dynamic role involves working with swimmers of all skill levels, leading practices, and fostering a positive team culture. Responsibilities include implementing training plans, ensuring swimmer safety, and providing constructive feedback. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in competitive swimming, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. Join a team dedicated to athlete development and community engagement, where your contributions will make a significant impact on young swimmers' growth and success.

Benefits

Free YMCA membership

Discounted program and childcare registration

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous competitive swimming experience required; coaching experience preferred.
• Must maintain Lifeguarding Certification and First Aid/CPR certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading swim practices and provide instruction on techniques.
• Support the Head Coach at swim meets and ensure safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Competitive swimming experience

Team collaboration

Instruction on stroke mechanics

Effective communication

Education

Lifeguarding Certification

First Aid and CPR Certifications

YMCA principles of Competitive Swimming

Job description

The Assistant Swim Team Coach plays a key role in supporting the YMCA's competitive swim program. This position involves working with swimmers of all skill levels, helping to lead practices, assisting at swim meets, and contributing to a positive and inclusive team culture. Responsibilities include implementing training plans, ensuring swimmer safety, and supporting individual athlete development in alignment with YMCA values and program goals.

Essential Functions - Team Coach:

• Assist in planning and leading structured swim practices that focus on technique, endurance, and
• Provide instruction on stroke mechanics, starts, turns, and race strategies.
• Support the Head Coach in overseeing swim meets, including warm-ups, race preparation, and feedback for swimmers.
• Foster a team environment that promotes sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth.
• Ensure all swimmers and coaching staff follow YMCA policies and safety procedures.
• Communicate effectively with swimmers, parents, and staff regarding schedules, expectations, and progress.
• Help track swimmer progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as meet entries, team events, and equipment management.
• Maintain current certifications and uphold YMCA and USA Swimming safety standards.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with Head Coach and Aquatics Director as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous competitive swimming experience required; prior coaching experience preferred.
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the Head Coach and other staff.
• Understanding of YMCA standards for the program.
• Completion of YMCA Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Harassment Trainings upon hire and annually thereafter.
• Maintain First Aid, CPR Certifications.
• Must hold and maintain Lifeguarding Certification.
• Must complete YMCA principles of Competitive Swimming.
• Must complete Red Cross Safety for Swim Coaches within the first 30 days of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds associated with demonstrating and moving training equipment.
• Ability to adequately provide instruction and supervision for the designated program.
• Neat and clean appearance.

WORK SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION:

• Practices are held weekly Monday-Friday 8:00am-10:00am for the duration of the season; must be available for evening and weekend meets as required.
• Compensation based on YMCA's established salary administration plan, experience and qualifications.
• Additional YMCA benefits, including free membership, discounted program and childcare registration, and professional development opportunities.

This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities.