Impactful Swim Coach – Flexible Schedule & Team Leadership

YMCA of Central Florida; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Central Florida is seeking a Swim Coach to manage the swim team and deliver a safe, engaging program for members. You will coach practices, recruit and schedule, and ensure equipment and safety protocols are upheld.

You will coordinate meets, collaborate with parents, and promote the YMCA aquatic offerings while maintaining high customer service standards and positive member experiences.

Qualifications

• HS graduate preferred.
• Current CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer, First Aid & oxygen administration certifications required by hire date.
• Current YMCA Swim Instructor certification or Lifeguard certification required by hire date.
• Acquire YMCA Principles of Swimming & Diving and Red Cross Safety training within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned coaching responsibilities, including practices, recruiting, recordkeeping and scheduling.
• Lead swimmers through skill mastery and swim practices to improve technique.
• Design tailored workouts using ASCA guidelines for different levels.
• Coordinate and set up swim meets.
• Collaborate with parents and members to secure volunteers for meets.
• Supervise meets, including warm-ups and dives, for safety.
• Coordinate and schedule practice times with Aquatics Director or Coordinator.
• Communicate practice times with Family Center staff, members, and parents.
• Greet and build relationships with members and staff.
• Assist in retaining members and engaging new members by promoting aquatic programs.
• Perform equipment checks and ensure availability of needed gear.
• Know and apply pool safety rules and emergency procedures.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Promote YMCA mission and core values.

Skills

Customer service

Coaching

Safety leadership

Workout design

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

ASCA I Level Guidelines

YMCA Swim Instructor certification

Lifeguard certification

CPR/AED/First Aid

Job description

YMCA of Central Florida is seeking a Swim Coach to manage the swim team and deliver a safe, engaging program for members. You will coach practices, recruit and schedule, and ensure equipment and safety protocols are upheld.

You will coordinate meets, collaborate with parents, and promote the YMCA aquatic offerings while maintaining high customer service standards and positive member experiences.