Swim Coach - Pasadena

The Y in Central Maryland; Pasadena (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Job summary

The Y in Central Maryland is looking for a dedicated Swim Coach to join our team. In this role, you will assist our competitive swim team during practices and events, ensuring the safety of all swimmers while promoting a professional and engaging atmosphere.

Your responsibilities will include enforcing safety protocols, training swimmers with a competitive philosophy, and collaborating effectively with parents and other coaches. We are committed to fostering a diverse community and expect our associates to embody the character values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

Qualifications

• Ability to enforce pool rules and ensure swimmer safety.
• Experience in coaching or teaching swimming.
• Strong communication with parents and swimmers.

Responsibilities

• Assist competitive swim team during practices and events.
• Enforce pool safety rules and engage swimmers.
• Prepare and maintain equipment for swimming activities.
• Promote the Y mission and character values.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Ability to work with diverse populations

Competitive training methods

Education

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.

At the Y in Central Maryland, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive pay, and generous paid time off, alongside medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as dependent care FSA. We offer a generous employer contribution to the Y retirement fund, and opportunities for career advancement. Our commitment to fostering a positive work environment means you'll have access to training and development programs that align with our mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities. Join us and bring your passion to a fulfilling career where you can truly make a difference!

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Head Coach or other assigned associate, Swim Coach is responsible to assist competitive swim team including during practice, teaching (in water and on deck), safety of swimmers, and engagement of swimmers during practice, events, and functions.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for safety of all swimmers during practice and for the interpretation and enforcement of all pool rules
• Reports to work in uniform a minimum of ten minutes prior to assigned shift in order to receive communications and instructions from supervisor
• Responsible for conducting practice according to the Y of Central Maryland standards, adapted where necessary for local conditions.
• Trains and supervise swimmers using a competitive philosophy for practices and swim meets
• Communicate, as necessary, with parents and other coaches regarding assignments, swimmer progress, and upcoming events.
• Assist the Association Swim Team Director or other assigned associate with administrative tasks
• Prepares the program/service area with necessary equipment and returns all equipment to proper storage.
• Actively engages, orients and assists all participants when not actively teaching.
• Focus on quality experiences and engagement within programs, services, and activities
• Promotes a professional image and maintains a clean and safe environment at all times.
• Ability to work with diverse population, all ages, genders, and sexual orientations
• Attend and actively participate in all meetings as assigned
• Incorporate the four character values of the Y: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility and adhere to the Y Code of Conduct
• Communicate the Y mission and objectives to the community.
• Assist in all other areas as assigned.

All Y associates agree to abide by The Code of Conduct with Youth that sets clear expectations for associates and volunteers to ensure a safe and respectful environment for young people. It emphasizes treating youth with respect and fairness, avoiding inappropriate physical or verbal interactions, and adhering to established standards of affection. The policy strictly prohibits any form of abuse, bullying, or harassment and mandates the reporting of suspected mistreatment. Additionally, associates and volunteers must complete training on child abuse prevention and comply with legal reporting requirements to safeguard youth.