Part-Time Age Group Swim Coach — Grow Athletes

Pacifica Sea Lions; Pacifica (CA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package available

Travel meet/event expenses covered

Cell phone stipend

Coaching clinics and certifications

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Pacifica Sea Lions Aquatic Club (PSL) is seeking an Age Group Swim Coach to mentor swimmers from beginners to competitive levels. The position is part-time, ~15–20 hours/week, with in-person and remote components at Brink Pool in Pacifica, CA.

Compensation ranges from $25–$30 per hour and includes development opportunities. Responsibilities cover coaching, assisting the Head Coach, swimmer development, and ensuring safety and compliance with USA Swimming guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience: At least 3 years of coaching experience in competitive swimming, preferably within a USA Swimming-affiliated competitive swim team.
• Certifications: Current USA Swimming Coach Certification, Level 2 ASCA Certification, CPR/First Aid, and background screening required.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of swimming techniques, stroke mechanics, and competitive swimming rules.

Responsibilities

• Coaching: Focus on the “whole athlete,” including mental and emotional wellness, dryland exercise, injury prevention, training and racing strategies, and technical proficiency in the water.
• Assisting: With direct supervision by the Head Coach, align with fellow coaches in leading practices and developing training sessions.
• Swimmer Development: Identify strengths and areas for improvement, providing tailored feedback to enhance performance.
• Focus: Promote a positive, progressive, inclusive, supportive, and winning culture among athletes and families.
• Team and Roster Co-management: Support Head Coach in swimmer attendance, team communication, and parental engagement.
• Safety, Culture, & Wellbeing: Ensure USA Swimming guidelines and safety protocols are followed at practices, meets, and events.
• Administrative Support: Assist with team events, meet entries, and other tasks; familiarity with Meet Manager, Fastswims, Team Unify.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Organizational

Interpersonal

Google Suite

Education

USA Swimming Coach Certification

ASCA Level 2 Certification

CPR/First Aid

Background screening

Tools

Meet Manager

Fastswims

Team Unify (SportsEngine)

Job description

Pacifica Sea Lions Aquatic Club (PSL) is seeking an Age Group Swim Coach to mentor swimmers from beginners to competitive levels. The position is part-time, ~15–20 hours/week, with in-person and remote components at Brink Pool in Pacifica, CA.

Compensation ranges from $25–$30 per hour and includes development opportunities. Responsibilities cover coaching, assisting the Head Coach, swimmer development, and ensuring safety and compliance with USA Swimming guidelines.