Swim Coach - Mentor Youth, Competitive Training, Free Membership

YMCA; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is seeking a Swim Coach to supervise and direct a safe, positive competitive program for youth swimmers. You will design practices, teach strokes and evaluate progress while ensuring strong safety and sportsmanship on the pool deck.

Qualified applicants will hold Lifeguard, CPR/First Aid certifications (YMCA or Red Cross), obtain the YMCA Swim Coach Certification within three months, and complete ASCA Level 1 within the first year.

Qualifications

• Must hold Lifeguard certification (YMCA or Red Cross).
• CPR and First Aid certifications required.
• ASCA Level 1 Certification must be obtained within first year.

Responsibilities

• Supervise safety procedures for all practices.
• Design and deliver practice sessions to teach competitive strokes.
• Evaluate stroke technique and provide feedback to swimmers and parents.
• Attend team meetings, trainings, and events.
• Support YMCA aquatic program goals and youth development.

Skills

Communication

Coaching & supervision

Safety awareness

Education

Lifeguard certification (YMCA or Red Cross)

CPR and First Aid certifications

ASCA Level 1 Certification

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is seeking a Swim Coach to supervise and direct a safe, positive competitive program for youth swimmers. You will design practices, teach strokes and evaluate progress while ensuring strong safety and sportsmanship on the pool deck.

Qualified applicants will hold Lifeguard, CPR/First Aid certifications (YMCA or Red Cross), obtain the YMCA Swim Coach Certification within three months, and complete ASCA Level 1 within the first year.