Competitive Swim Coach, YMCA, Ridley & Lansdowne locations

Community Ymca; Lansdowne (Delaware County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Community YMCA of Eastern Delaware County in Clifton Heights, PA, seeks a Competitive Swim Coach for the Lansdowne and Ridley locations. Responsibilities include leading practices, ensuring safety, and promoting YMCA values while coaching young swimmers.

Schedule requires Monday–Friday at 4pm and weekends, with opportunities to develop athletes and contribute to team success. The role involves following head coach plans, maintaining records, attending clinics, and collaborating with families and

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 17 and/or prior or concurrent employment as a CYEDC lifeguard.
• Competitive swim experience preferred.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certifications within 15 days of hire.
• YMCA Lifeguard or ARC Lifeguard or Safety Training for Swim Coaches certifications.
• Completion of required trainings

Responsibilities

• Coaches attend clinic, practice and meet sessions as assigned and follow head coach plans.
• Supervises swimmer behavior during practices and meets aligning with YMCA core values.
• Builds relationships with students and parents; encourages parent involvement.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules; refers to other programs as appropriate.
• Maintains attendance and progress records; attends trainings and staff meetings.
• Follows all policies and safety procedures; completes incident reports as necessary.
• Organizes equipment and reports damaged items.
• Maintains professional attitude and appearance.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Performs any other duties to support YMCA success at Community YMCA of Eastern Delaware County

Skills

Competitive swim experience

CPR/First Aid certified

Lifeguard certification

Education

CPR/AED certification (AHA/Red Cross)

First Aid certification

YMCA Lifeguard certification

ARC Lifeguard certification

Safety Training for Swim Coaches

Job description

Competitive Swim Coach, YMCA, Ridley & Lansdowne locations

Seasonal Clifton Heights, PA, US

Salary Range: $12.00 To $15.00 Hourly

Our YMCA has two very successful Swim Teams at both the Lansdowne and Ridley Area Branches. We are in need of a Competitive Swim Coach for our teams. Must be available Monday through Friday at 4pm and on weekends.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for participants in competitive swim programs. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. 1. Coaches all attend clinic, practice and meet sessions as assigned. Follows lesson plans/workouts as provided by the head coach. Performs coaching duties with Competitive Swim Coach II, Competitive Swim Coach III or Competitive Aquatic Director.
2. 2. Supervises and accepts responsibility for the behavior of swim team members during practice sessions, swim meets and all other YMCA events. Coaches’ and swimmers’ behavior must exemplify the YMCA mission and core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
3. 3. Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement.
4. 4. Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs.
5. 5. Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).
6. 6. Attends clinics, workshops and staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
7. 7. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
8. 8. Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
9. 9. Maintains a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
10. 10. Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings.
11. 11. Any other duties deemed necessary to ensure the success of the Community YMCA of Eastern Delaware County.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 1. Minimum age of 17 and/or prior or concurrent employment as a CYEDC lifeguard.
2. 2. Competitive swim experience preferred.
3. 3. Certifications: American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR/AED, and First Aid within 15 days of hire.
4. 4. Certifications: Current YMCA Lifeguard or American Red Cross Lifeguard or American Red Cross Safety Training for Swim Coaches.
5. 5. Completion of required trainings

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1. 1. Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
2. 2. Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.
3. 3. Must be able to see, hear, direct, and assist members, guests, and staff to ensure safety.