Assistant Swim Team Coach — Fun, Safe 11 & Under Training

Foothills Area YMCA; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Foothills Area YMCA is seeking an Assistant Swim Coach to help lead our 11 & Under swim program in a safe, fun, and developmental environment. You will support the Head Swim Coach, assist with workouts, and ensure participants receive timely feedback and encouragement.

Responsibilities include coaching multiple groups, maintaining safety, communicating with parents, and representing the YMCA with professionalism during meets and practices.

Qualifications

• 15 years of age and have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Current lifeguard certification.
• Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid and Oxygen certifications.
• Proficient in swimming and safety skills.
• Able to teach and communicate aquatics skills to participants.
• Able to communicate and enforce policies and procedures to members, program participants, and guests.
• Must have enthusiasm and possess excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coaching 11 & Under age groups during swim practice.
• Greets and welcomes participants each day.
• Assist with multiple practice groups when needed.
• Write workouts for 11 & Under age groups.
• Work to provide a balance of fun and tough in daily workouts.
• Provide timely and accurate feedback to participants (or parents) about progress and skills to work on.
• Encourage swimmers in and out of pool.
• Consults with Head Swim Team Coach to ensure learning and growth.
• Communicates with parents on progress and encourages meet participation.
• Wears required uniform to convey a professional appearance.
• Maintains required instructional certifications.
• Attends mandatory swim meets, meetings, and in-services.
• Reports to work on time and consistently.
• Assists in all area of the Y operation as requested by management.

Skills

Swimming proficiency

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Foothills Area YMCA is seeking an Assistant Swim Coach to help lead our 11 & Under swim program in a safe, fun, and developmental environment. You will support the Head Swim Coach, assist with workouts, and ensure participants receive timely feedback and encouragement.

Responsibilities include coaching multiple groups, maintaining safety, communicating with parents, and representing the YMCA with professionalism during meets and practices.