Summer Youth Swim Team Head Coach - Lead & Develop

JewishAkron; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 24,797,000 - 38,573,000; Part time

Job summary

Shaw JCC in Akron, OH, is seeking a Swim Team Head Coach for the summer season. The role focuses on leading the youth swim team, developing competitive skills, and fostering teamwork and sportsmanship in a positive, safe environment.

The ideal candidate is passionate about youth development, has competitive swimming knowledge, and holds lifeguarding and CPR certifications. Coaching certifications and Meet Manager experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification is required.
• American Red Cross CPR Certification for the professional rescuer is required.
• Water Safety Instructor Certification preferred.
• Coaching certifications/experience preferred.
• Familiar with Meet Manager Software.
• Prior swim coaching/competitive swimming experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to positively engage with youth athletes and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead and organize our youth swim team during the summer season.
• Develop swimmers’ competitive skills and teamwork.
• Foster discipline and strong sportsmanship among athletes.
• Create a positive, safe team environment for youth athletes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Youth engagement

Discipline

Education

Lifeguarding Certification

CPR Certification

Water Safety Instructor Certification (Preferred)

Coaching Certifications/Experience (Preferred)

Meet Manager Software

Competitive swimming experience

Strong leadership and communication skills

Youth engagement with families

Tools

Meet Manager Software

Job description

Shaw JCC in Akron, OH, is seeking a Swim Team Head Coach for the summer season. The role focuses on leading the youth swim team, developing competitive skills, and fostering teamwork and sportsmanship in a positive, safe environment.

The ideal candidate is passionate about youth development, has competitive swimming knowledge, and holds lifeguarding and CPR certifications. Coaching certifications and Meet Manager experience are preferred.