Swim Coach (City Heights)

YMCA of San Diego County; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of San Diego County is seeking a part-time Swim Coach to guide swimmers through engaging practices, help refine skills, and support growth in and out of the pool. You will model YMCA values, foster a positive, inclusive environment, and maintain clear, friendly communication with participants and parents.

The role requires 18+ age, 2+ years of competitive swimming, and 1+ year coaching experience in aquatic settings, plus current BLS and First Aid certifications.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• 2+ years of competitive swimming experience.
• 1+ year of coaching or instructing in an aquatic environment.
• Current BLS certification from ARC, AHA, or ISH.
• Current First Aid certification from ARC, AHA, or ISH.
• Ability to obtain Safety Training for Swim Coaches within 3 months of hire.
• Ability to obtain Principles of Competitive Swimming and Diving within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitor participants during practices and meets to ensure safety and enforce pool rules.
• Provide technique analysis and corrective feedback using demonstrations and cues.
• Schedule and host home and away meets.
• Prepare swim workout area and equipment for practices and events.
• Lead warm-up and cool-down routines with swim-specific stretching.
• Assess participant needs to support development and performance.
• Maintain communication with athletes and parents with updates and encouragement.
• Participate in staff meetings and aquatics training.

Education

BLS Certification

First Aid Certification

Safety Training for Swim Coaches

Principles of Competitive Swimming and Diving

Job description

Overview

Swim Coach

The Swim Coach is responsible for coaching swimmers through engaging practices, helping them fine-tune their skills, and supporting their growth both in and out of the pool. The Swim Coach will model the values and mission of the YMCA, fostering a positive environment where participants thrive. The Swim Coach will participate in delivering effective communication with participants and parents is essential, and will always approach it with a friendly, encouraging attitude, while upholding the core values and mission of the YMCA, ensuring a positive and inclusive environment for swimmers, staff, and families.

For more on Employee Perks, click on this link: Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)

Schedule:

Part-Time - Must be available for 2 days per week Mon-Fri 4pm-7pm

Responsibilities

• Actively monitors all participants during practices and meets to ensure a safe environment, strictly enforcing pool rules and YMCA safety protocols.
• Provides consistent technique analysis and corrective feedback, utilizing various teaching methods (demonstration, verbal cues, and drills) to improve athlete performance.
• Schedules and hosts home and away swim meets in coordination with swimming staff and participants.
• Oversees the preparation and readiness of the swim workout area for daily practices and team events.
• Leads structured warm-up and cool-down routines, incorporating swim-specific stretching and mobility exercises.
• Assesses the individual needs of participants to support their development and competitive performance.
• Maintains effective communication with athletes and parents/guardians, offering guidance, performance updates, and encouragement in a warm, approachable manner.
• Participates in ongoing professional development, including staff meetings and aquatics training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

General:

• Minimum age of 18 years of age

Education:

• Formal or informal education or training that ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance, supplemented by specialized training in swimming, lifeguard, or a related field AND,

Years of Experience:

• A minimum of two (2) years of competitive swimming experience
• A minimum of one (1) year of coaching or instructing experience in an aquatic environment

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
• Current First Aid certification and 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 Safety Training for Swim Coaches certification within 3 months of hire.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain Principles of Competitive Swimming and Diving certification within 30 days 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 $19.69 - USD $23.63 /Hr.