Head Coach, Swim Team

Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City seeks a Head Swim Team Coach to lead the J Jets program. You will plan practices, develop swimmers, coordinate meets, and foster a positive environment that promotes growth and sportsmanship.

Collaborate with the Aquatics Manager and staff to support program development, swimmer progress, and team communication across the aquatics department.

Qualifications

• Must have competitive swimming background and 18+ years old.
• USA Swim Coach Certification required; Lifeguarding/CPR-AED certification preferred or obtainable before start.
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead structured practices for different ages and skill levels.
• Coordinate meet entries, lineups, and meet logistics with aquatics leadership.
• Maintain clear communication with swimmers, parents, and staff; ensure safety policies.

Skills

Competitive swimming

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Motivation

Education

USA Swim Coach Certification

Red Cross Lifeguarding/CPR-AED

Job description

Description

The J is seeking a motivated, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic Head Swim Team Coach to lead our swim team programming: J Jets. The Head Swim Team Coach is responsible for planning and leading practices, developing swimmers' competitive skills, coordinating swim meets, and creating a positive team environment that encourages growth, sportsmanship, and a love of swimming.

The J is seeking a motivated, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic Head Swim Team Coach to lead our swim team programming: J Jets. The Head Swim Team Coach is responsible for planning and leading practices, developing swimmers' competitive skills, coordinating swim meets, and creating a positive team environment that encourages growth, sportsmanship, and a love of swimming.

This position works closely with the Aquatics Manager, Instructors & Programming and other Aquatics Department staff to support program development, swimmer progress, team communication, and the overall success of The J's aquatics programs.

Schedule

• Seasonal: Memorial Day - end of season meet in mid-July, approximately 15-30 hours per week.
• Practice schedules and hours will be determined based on team programming needs.
• Availability for mornings, evenings, weekends, swim meets, and occasional special events is required.
• Additional hours may be needed for meet preparation, team communication, and program planning.

Essential Functions

• Plan and lead structured practices tailored to different ages and skill levels, focusing on stroke technique, performance tracking, and positive sportsmanship.
• Coordinate swim meet entries, lineups, facility setup, and volunteer assignments in collaboration with aquatics leadership.
• Maintain professional communication with parents, swimmers, and aquatics team, and attend all required team meetings and events.
• Manage accurate records for attendance and performance while working with aquatics leadership to support program growth and retention.
• Enforce all safety policies, maintain a safe swimmer environment, and perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Requirements

• Must be 18+ with previous competitive swimming experience and a preferred background in competitive swim coaching or instruction.
• Requires USA Swim Coach Certification, plus American Red Cross Lifeguarding or CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid (or ability to obtain before starting).
• Strong knowledge of swimming strokes and training techniques, with proven leadership, organization, and motivational skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with swimmers, parents, officials, and coworkers.
• Ability to identify and resolve unsafe situations and take appropriate corrective action.

Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent standing, walking, talking, hearing, and demonstrating swimming techniques. The coach must be able to enter and exit the pool when necessary to demonstrate skills, observe swimmers, and provide instruction. Duties may include occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs, as well as bending, reaching, and other physical activities associated with pool and meet operations. The position involves exposure to varying pool temperatures, humidity, noise, and potentially outdoor weather conditions, depending on program activities. Good vision, including peripheral vision and depth perception, are necessary to observe swimmers and maintain a safe instructional environment.