Swim Team Coach (3 openings)- Western YMCA Family Location

Ymca; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-funded retirement

Learning and development workshops

Career advancement opportunities

Staff discounts on programs & services

Job summary

YMCA of Delaware is seeking a Swim Team Coach at Western YMCA in Newark, DE to lead the competitive swimming program, design practices, and prepare swimmers for meets.

You will mentor fellow coaches, maintain rosters, and ensure timely arrival to practices while upholding Y values and safety standards. This part-time role offers a pathway to develop youth, promote health, and engage the community.

Qualifications

• At least three years of competitive swimming coaching and/or instructional experience.
• Must complete CPR, First Aid, Lifeguarding and Coaches Safety Training within six months of employment.
• Age 18 or older; ability to work with a diverse community.
• Vision 20/25 or corrected.

Responsibilities

• Engage students and members with open and interactive communication.
• Design and deliver practice sessions teaching competitive swimming strokes and preparing for meets.
• Mentor other coaches and maintain rosters and attendance records.
• Ensure timely arrival to practices and prepare lanes and supplies.
• Maintain positive communications between YMCA, coaches and Swim Team Parents.

Skills

Coaching experience

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Flexibility

Team leadership

Job description

Swim Team Coach (3 openings)- Western YMCA Family Location

Job Category: AQUATICS

Requisition Number: SWIMT003146

• Posted : October 6, 2026
• Part-Time

Locations

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Western YMCA
2600 Capitol Trl
Newark, DE 19711, USA

Description

Ensure every youth and teen we serve is on a pathway to success
Improve the health and wellbeing of every individual and family we serve
Unite communities and inspire service to others

12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
Learning and development workshops
Career advancement opportunities
Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!

Rate of pay: $15.00 – $19.00. Final compensation is based on factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.

• Engage students & members in a way that builds sustainable relationships of trust through open & interactive communication.
• Interact with swimmers, family members, Y members, guests & volunteers in a way that demonstrates the Y Mission & Values while supporting a culture of excellent customer service.
• Arrive to practices, swim meets & trainings in a timely manner to ensure lanes & supplies are prepared for swimmers.
• Mentor other coaches to enhance their knowledge and foster a sense of belonging.
• Maintain positive communications between YMCA, coaches, and Swim Team Parents
• Design and deliver practice sessions that teach competitive swimming stroke skills and train swimmers in preparation for competition.
• Create a positive program environment with encouragement, goal setting and positive reinforcement.
• Support in all development of the swim team program while providing a culturally balanced program fitting the community's needs.
• Maintain rosters and attendance records for all age groups within the program.
• Evaluate team members and record progress.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Incumbents should have at least three years of competitive swimming coaching and/or instructional experience.
• Must be knowledgeable in a variety of techniques; be flexible, patient, enthusiastic and well organized.
• Ability to complete certifications in CPR, First Aid, Lifeguarding, Coaches Safety Training for Swim Coaches as well as Principles of YMCA Competitive Swimming & Diving within six months of employment.
• At least 20/25 or 20/25 corrected vision and free of permanent eye abnormalities. If required, wearing corrective lenses will be required to assure at least 20/25 vision while on duty as a lifeguard.

Preferred Qualifications

• YMCA Team Leader or Multi-team/Branch Leader certification preferred

The YMCA of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer.

The Y maintains a work environment in which staff are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated.

In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.

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