Fishers YMCA Aquatics - Swim Coach I

YMCA of Greater Indianapolis; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Free child care hours per week

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Indianapolis is seeking a part-time Aquatics Coach to lead practice sessions, coordinate line-ups, and attend swim meets. You will develop participant potential, ensure safety procedures, and collaborate with staff to deliver high-quality aquatic programs.

Responsibilities include preparing practice plans, setting up equipment, maintaining records, and participating in trainings. Candidates should have 1–2 years of competitive swim team experience and be at least 18 years old.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years.
• 1–2 years of competitive swim team experience in an aquatic environment.
• Must demonstrate organization-required aquatic skills and swim tests.
• Completion of YMCA training within deadlines.
• Maintain current certifications and swimming skills.
• Ability to perform all essential duties as described.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and challenging program by following safety guidelines (OSHA, AHA, YMCA).
• Lead and develop morning practice schedules and coordinate line-ups.
• Attend all swim meets and assist with volunteer base for meets.
• Follow emergency procedures and site-specific guidelines.
• Prepare practice plans and set up equipment before practice; put away after.
• Affirm professional appearance and cooperative site conduct; manage space and voice level.
• Complete paperwork and maintain records (accidents, coaching notes).
• Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings; perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Swimming ability

Emotional maturity

Safety awareness

Job description

Benefits Included:Free YMCA of Greater Indianapolis Membership20 Hours Per Week of Free Child CareFlexible Hours/ SchedulingRetirementDiscounted Program FeesProfessional DevelopmentJob DescriptionProvide safe and challenging program by adhering to all safety guidelines (OSHA, American Heart Association and YMCA).Lead and develop morning practice schedules.Coordinate all line-ups.Attend all swim meets.Develop member volunteer base to assist with swim meets.Know and follow emergency procedures according to established guidelines mentioned above, as well as those specific to each program, including those applicable to aquatic health codes.Aid in developing participants to their fullest potential and providing exceptional service.Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings.Complete all necessary paperwork and record keeping (e.g. accident reports).Prepare plan for each practice and get all equipment set up BEFORE practice time begins and put away after practice ends (return materials and store neatly).Spend adequate time in the water as needed.Maintain a professional appearance and attitude (refer to dress code for Aquatic staff).Maintain a cooperative attitude when sharing site space, including maintaining an appropriate voice level and using space according to class needs and site provisions.Keep certifications and swimming skills current.Perform other duties/ assignments as needed at the YMCA.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Minimum of 18 years of age required.Minimum 1-2 years of experience of competitive swim team experience in an aquatic environment is required.Must possess sufficient swimming ability to successfully complete organization-required aquatic skills and swim tests relevant to the position.Demonstrates emotional maturity and judgment.Completion of all position-specific and required YMCA training within established deadlines.