Recreation Swim Team Assistant Coach

WLPS; Whitmore Lake (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

WLCR Waves Swim Team is seeking an Assistant Coach to work under the head coach with year‑round swimmers aged 5–18, competing in WISC and SMSL. You will help lead practices focused on technique, stroke development, sportsmanship, and team spirit in a fun, safe environment.

Qualifications include a High School diploma, 5+ years of competitive swimming/coaching, and Lifeguarding/First Aid+ CPR certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required or equivalent.
• 5+ years combined competitive swimming and coaching experience.
• Red Cross Lifeguarding (preferred) and First Aid/CPR certifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead practices under head coach with focus on technique and stroke development.
• Coordinate swim evaluations, dual meets, and major league championship meets.
• Assist in recruiting and maintaining relationships with swimmers and families.
• Foster a positive environment and team culture where swimmers enjoy participation.

Skills

Coaching experience

Stroke techniques

Team leadership

Communication

Patience

Education

High School diploma

5+ years competitive swimming/coaching

Red Cross Lifeguarding

First Aid & CPR

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The WLCR Waves Swim Team Assistant Coach will, under the leadership of the head coach, work with swimmers of a year-round recreational swim team to develop their skills in an enjoyable and challenging environment. Participants range between the ages of 5–18 and compete in WISC and SMSL.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Leads practices under the direction of the head coach with emphasis on technique, stroke development, sportsmanship, and team spirit in a fun and safe environment.

Helps coordinate and execute swim team evaluations, dual meets, and assists in the coordination of a large league championship meet and awards banquet at the conclusion of the season.

Promote the swim team program, striving to find ways to improve and expand the program, assisting with recruiting, developing, and maintaining positive relationships with swimmers and prospective swimmers.

Embracing and executing the culture of the team, which is for each swimmer to work toward reaching their own potential, experiencing being part of a team, and most importantly, having fun while participating in the sport of swimming. We strive to provide a positive environment for swimmers of all competition levels, where everyone is given the tools to reach their individual goals.

Reports to the Aquatic Programming Supervisor and Head Coach.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATES

High School diploma required

5+ Years competitive swimming/coaching experience (collectively) required

Red Cross certification in

• Lifeguarding (preferred)


• First Aid and CPR

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The ideal candidate will have experience as a competitive swimmer and previous coaching or swim lesson instructor experience is a bonus; must be able to demonstrate proficiency coaching all competitive swim strokes. The ability to motivate, demonstrate patience, strong organizational skills and be a strong communicator is necessary. Must be a positive role model and be able to work with children of all ages and abilities. All applicants must have or be in the process of getting the following certifications: Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR/AED; Experience with team and meet manager preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 50 pounds

Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time

SALARY/HOURS

Starting at $16-$18/hr

6-15 hours a week

Evenings and some weekends

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Oct 31, 2026