Master Swim Coach (Santee)

YMCA of San Diego; Santee (CA); Vor Ort; USD 31.000 - 37.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

YMCA of San Diego is seeking a Master Swim Coach to lead structured workouts for a diverse Masters program. The role emphasizes stroke technique, endurance, and safety, aligning with YMCA and USA Swimming guidelines to create an inclusive, premier adult aquatics experience.

The position is part-time (Tue/Thu 6:30am-7:30am) with responsibilities ranging from on-deck coaching to safety oversight and program updates for participants.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum age 18
• 4+ years of competitive swimming or aquatic coaching experience
• Current BLS certification from Red Cross, AHA, or IHS
• Ability to obtain Principles of Competitive Swimming and Diving certification within 6 months of hire

Aufgaben

• Prepare and execute Masters swim workouts for a diverse range of athletes.
• Provide real-time analysis and feedback on stroke mechanics to improve performance.
• Enforce pool safety and respond to emergencies per aquatic protocols.
• Offer in-person support and communicate schedule changes and program updates to participants.
• Inspect pool area and equipment daily; report hazards to Aquatics Director/Coordinator.
• Oversee use and maintenance of swim team equipment; communicate repairs as needed.
• Represent the Masters swim program professionally to members, families, and partners.

Kenntnisse

Coaching

Safety awareness

Ausbildung

High School Diploma/GED

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Master Swim Coach

The Masters Swim Coach leads the administration and implementation of high-quality, structured workouts for a diverse community of athletes for the YMCA’s Masters swim program. This role is responsible for providing expert instruction in stroke technique, endurance, and stamina, catering to everyone from fitness-seekers to elite-level competitive athletes. In alignment with YMCA of San Diego and U.S.A Swimming guidelines, the Masters Swim Coach fosters a highly motivational and inclusive environment where every participant feels welcome. Beyond technical coaching, this role ensures the absolute safety of the aquatic environment through vigilant supervision and sound judgment, directly advancing the YMCA’s mission to promote healthy living and social responsibility through a premier adult aquatics experience.

Schedule:

Part-Time - Must be available on Tue/Thu from 6:30am-7:30am

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute Masters swim workouts tailored to a diverse range of abilities, from fitness-seekers to elite-level competitive athletes.
• Provide analysis of swimming form and stroke mechanics, offering real-time technical corrections and individualized feedback to improve athlete performance and efficiency.
• Ensure the safety of all participants by strictly enforcing pool rules and maintaining readiness to respond immediately to emergencies according to aquatic protocols.
• Provide in-person support for the Masters swim program, proactively communicating schedule changes, workout objectives, and program updates to participants.
• Conduct daily duties and inspections of the pool area and equipment that ensure a properly maintained, organized, and safe environment; report any maintenance needs or hazards to the Aquatics Director or Coordinator.
• Oversee the proper use, storage, and maintenance of all swim team equipment, ensuring gear is functional and communicating repairs or replacements to the Aquatics Director or Coordinator immediately.
• Serves as a professional representative of the Masters swim program in all interactions with participants, members, families, and community partners.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

General:

• Minimum age of 18 years of age

Education:

• Formal education, usually obtained by a High School Diploma/GED, or training that ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance AND,

Years of Experience:

• A minimum of four (4) years of experience in competitive swimming, aquatic coaching or instruction, or a combination of both.

License & Certifications:

• Current Basic Life Support for the Professional Rescuer (BLS) that must be from one of the following certifying organizations: American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or American Safety and Health Institute
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain Principles of Competitive Swimming and Diving certification within 6 months of hire.

YMCA will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the YMCA is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Ordinance by visiting the San Diego CountyOffice of Labor Standards and Enforcement.

Pay Range

USD $22.64 - USD $27.17 /Hr.