Impactful Swim Team Coach (Part-Time)

Ymca-of-Greater-Houston-bca1a25; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 23.000 - 32.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

YMCA of Greater Houston is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor/Coach to lead competitive swimming programs in Houston. The role emphasizes safety, skill development, and youth engagement within YMCA standards.

The position requires at least 18 years old, 2 years of competitive swim experience, and current or obtainable YMCA/Red Cross certifications. Expect duties including practice planning, meet coordination, equipment checks, and collaboration with staff and volunteers.

Formación

• Minimum age of 18 years and at least 5 years older than the oldest participant.
• Minimum 2 years of competitive swim experience preferred.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Swim Instructor per YMCA standards, policies and procedures.
• Must obtain before first scheduled meet: YMCA Principles of Competitive Swimming and Diving, American Red Cross Safety Training for Swim Coaches, YMCA Lifeguard or Skills Checklist.
• Must obtain before first scheduled shift: BLS (includes AED), First Aid and Emergency Oxygen. Compliance Training: Child Abuse Prevention Training, Information Security and Awareness, Workplace Harassment and Bullying, Universal Precautions, New Staff Orientation Assessment.

Responsabilidades

• Provides leadership, instruction and motivation of participants in a competitive swimming environment.
• Creates a safe and positive atmosphere promoting member safety and engagement, youth development and healthy living in accordance with YMCA standards, policies and procedures.
• Keeps emergency procedures current and responds to emergencies immediately.
• Teaches sound competitive swimming skills and coordinates stroke development.
• Organizes and schedules practices and coordinates recruitment of volunteers.
• Coordinates and executes swim competitions and meet registrations.
• Performs daily equipment checks and ensures equipment is available.
• Attends staff meetings, swim meets, and trainings; communicates with coaches, volunteers and parents.
• Mentors assistant coaches and volunteers and maintains open communication with parents.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Instruction

Safety awareness

Communication

Educación

Minimum age 18

Competitive swim experience (2+ yrs)

YMCA swim coaching certifications

Herramientas

YMCA Principles of Competitive Swimming and Diving

American Red Cross Safety Training for Swim Coaches

YMCA Lifeguard

First Aid/CPR (BLS includes AED)

Emergency Oxygen

Child Abuse Prevention Training

Descripción del empleo

YMCA of Greater Houston is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor/Coach to lead competitive swimming programs in Houston. The role emphasizes safety, skill development, and youth engagement within YMCA standards.

The position requires at least 18 years old, 2 years of competitive swim experience, and current or obtainable YMCA/Red Cross certifications. Expect duties including practice planning, meet coordination, equipment checks, and collaboration with staff and volunteers.