Swim Coach

Blue Devil Swim Club; Illinois; On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Job summary

Blue Devil Swim Club in Gurnee, IL is seeking a part-time Swim Coach to lead evening practices and weekend sessions. You will develop training plans, supervise drills, and foster a positive, motivating environment for young swimmers.

The role emphasizes safety, constructive feedback, and collaboration with other coaches to ensure consistent messaging and a supportive learning atmosphere. Paid training provided.

Qualifications

• Prior swim coach or swim lesson experience.
• Background in swimming preferred.
• Experience working with children.
• Strong behavior management skills to create a positive learning environment.
• Good communication with swimmers, parents and other coaches.

Responsibilities

• Lead group practices, ensuring safety and proper technique at all times.
• Monitor swimmer progress, provide constructive feedback, and adjust coaching strategies accordingly.
• Enforce safety protocols, including lifeguard responsibilities, to maintain a secure environment for all participants.
• Incorporate fun and engaging activities to motivate swimmers and promote a love for the sport.
• Manage behavior and foster a respectful atmosphere among students of diverse ages and backgrounds.
• Collaborate with other coaches to ensure same messaging across the club.

Skills

Swim coaching

Child experience

Communication

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Join the Blue Devil Swim Club as a Swim Coach and inspire young swimmers to achieve their aquatic goals! In this energetic role, you will lead engaging swim practices, develop training plans, and foster a positive, motivating environment that encourages growth and confidence. We are located in Gurnee, IL and mostly practice out of Warren Township High School.

Hours would be in the evenings a few days a week and some weekends.

Duties

• Lead group practices, ensuring safety and proper technique at all times.
• Monitor swimmer progress, provide constructive feedback, and adjust coaching strategies accordingly
• Enforce safety protocols, including lifeguard responsibilities, to maintain a secure environment for all participants
• Incorporate fun and engaging activities to motivate swimmers and promote a love for the sport
• Manage behavior and foster a respectful atmosphere among students of diverse ages and backgrounds
• Collaborate with other coaches to ensure same messaging across the club.

Qualifications

• Prior swim coach or swim lesson experience
• Background in swimming preferred
• Experience working with children
• Strong behavior management skills to create a positive learning environment
• Good communication with swimmers, parents and other coaches

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid training