Competitive Swim Associate Head Coach — Flexible Schedule

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Doylestown (Bucks County)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 50,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Flexible work schedule

Discounts on child care and summer cam

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, &

Paid Time Off

Job summary

River Crossing YMCA in Doylestown, PA is seeking an Associate Head Coach to lead and develop a competitive swim program for swimmers of all ages. The role requires designing season plans, coaching groups, and supporting staff while promoting sportsmanship and teamwork.

This full-time, on-site position offers opportunities for professional development and community impact, with evenings and weekend meets expected.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Exercise Science, Sports Management, or related field preferred.
3+ years of competitive swim coaching experience.
Current USA Swimming and/or YMCA Swimming certifications, or ability to obtain upon hire.
CPR, First Aid, AED, and Safety Training for Swim Coaches certifications, or ability to obtain upon hire.

Responsibilities

Lead and coach assigned training groups while maintaining high standards of technical instruction and athlete development.
Design and implement season training plans, daily workouts, and practice objectives.
Evaluate swimmer progress and provide regular feedback to athletes and families.
Prepare swimmers for local, regional, YMCA, and USA Swimming competitions.
Promote sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, and a positive training environment.
Attend swim meets and provide on-deck coaching support during evenings and weekends.
Assist with planning and implementation of the team's annual training and competition schedule.
Support recruitment, evaluation, and retention of swimmers across all age groups.
Help coordinate team events, clinics, camps, and fundraising activities.
Assist in organizing team registration, tryouts, evaluations, and group placements.
Maintain accurate attendance, training records, and athlete communication.
Assist in mentoring, training, and evaluating assistant coaches.
Promote consistency in coaching philosophy and athlete development throughout the program.
Foster a collaborative coaching environment focused on continuous improvement.
Support coach scheduling and practice coverage as needed.
Build positive relationships with swimmers, parents, officials, volunteers, and YMCA staff.
Maintain timely and professional communication with team families.
Represent River Crossing YMCA in a professional manner at competitions, league meetings, and community events.
Promote the YMCA mission and core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility in all interactions.