Swim Team Coach

YMCA of Greater Richmond; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Shady Grove Family YMCA in Glen Allen, VA is seeking an experienced swim team coach to mentor and motivate our swimmers. The role focuses on safe, fun practices and on-deck leadership during team sessions.

You will deliver workouts, provide instruction, and support athletes while coordinating with other coaches. The position requires 2–4 nights of coaching weekly and a strong teamwork mindset.

Qualifications

• CPR, AED and First Aid certification required.
• YMCA/ARC Lifeguard certification required.
• Ability to perform all four strokes (back, breast, butterfly, freestyle).
• WSI or Swim Instructor certification and O2 certification preferred; competitive swimming experience valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide workouts, instruction, motivation and support to the swim team.
• Serve as the primary coach on deck during practices.
• Lead practices 2–4 nights a week and create a safe, fun environment for swimmers.

Skills

Teamwork

Coaching

Leadership

Education

CPR/AED/First Aid Certification

Lifeguard Certification (YMCA/ARC)

WSI or Swim Instructor Certification

O2 Certification

Job description

The Shady Grove Family YMCA is looking for an experienced, motivated, and reliable swim team coach to help mentor and encourage our swim team participants. The pay range for this position is $15-$16 per hour based on experience & qualifications.

DUTIES of a Swim Team Coach

This position is responsible for providing workouts, instructions, motivation, and support to our swim team. Focus should be on creating a safe and fun environment. This position serves as the primary coach on deck during team practices and is expected to lead practices 2-4 nights a week.

QUALIFICATIONS Of Swim Team Coach

Current Professional CPR, AED and First Aid and YMCA/or American Red Cross Lifeguard/or Ellis certification are required as well as the ability to perform all four strokes (backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly and freestyle). YMCA Swim Instructor or WSI, current O2 certification, and competitive swimming experience are desired as well as experience coaching and managing team practices several days a week. Qualified candidates should have a strong sense of teamwork and ability to collaborate with other coaches and team leaders.

Who We Are

The YMCA of Greater Richmond stands committed to creating a work environment comprised of individuals from diverse socio-economic, racial, ethnic, religious, and national origins. We believe in nurturing the potential of all staff and are dedicated to the ongoing professional development of talent. We believe a diverse and inclusive work community is essential to fulfilling our mission of being open to all. The Y is a cause-driven organization focused on strengthening our community. The principles that guide us in our work are our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.