Lead Swim Team Coach — Build Programs & Mentor

Life Time; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully subsidized membership

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Training and professional development

Paid time off

Job summary

Life Time is seeking an Aquatics Head Swim Team Coach to lead our Swim Team and write season workouts for indoor and outdoor pools. You will train other coaches and oversee participant registration while maintaining pool area cleanliness and order.

You will work with USA Swimming and ASCA, ensure safety, and participate in weekly meetings with the Aquatics Manager. This role supports Life Time’s aquatic programs and customer experience.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• 2 years of swim coaching experience.
• Member of ASCA and USA Swimming.
• Ability to work in a stationary position and move about the club for prolonged periods.
• Ability to communicate with guests about Life Time programs and services.
• Ability to swim 25 yards/meters without stopping.
• Lifeguard certification and LTU safety training within specified times.

Responsibilities

• Creates an educational and safe experience for all participants.
• Initiates and maintains positive relationships with participants.
• Responds to member questions regarding Life Time's programs, policies and procedures.
• Provides a safe, clean and organized pool area.
• Promotes and sells all Aquatics programs and services.
• Acts as liaison between Aquatics Department Head, USA Swimming, Swim Coaches and Parents.
• Participates in weekly 1 on 1 meetings with the Aquatics Manager.
• Writes the season plan and workout templates for each season.
• Enters swimmers into the swim meet program.

Skills

Guest relations

Team leadership

Communication

Swim coaching

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

ASCA Level 2 Certification

USA Swimming membership

Lifeguard Certification (StarGuard)

Job description

Life Time is seeking an Aquatics Head Swim Team Coach to lead our Swim Team and write season workouts for indoor and outdoor pools. You will train other coaches and oversee participant registration while maintaining pool area cleanliness and order.

You will work with USA Swimming and ASCA, ensure safety, and participate in weekly meetings with the Aquatics Manager. This role supports Life Time’s aquatic programs and customer experience.