Swim Team Coach - Chickahominy YMCA

YMCA of Greater Richmond; Sandston (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,419; Part time

Job summary

The Chickahominy Family YMCA is seeking a part-time, experienced swim team coach to lead our on-deck practices and motivate swimmers. You will provide workouts, instruction, and support, and you'll serve as the primary coach during team practices, with duties 2–4 nights per week.

Required certifications include CPR, AED, First Aid and YMCA or ARC Lifeguard; ability to coach all four strokes is essential. Lifeguard or WSI certification and prior coaching experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• CPR, AED and First Aid certification required
• Ability to perform all four strokes (back, breast, butterfly, freestyle)
• Experience coaching swim teams and leading practices
• Strong teamwork and collaboration with coaches

Responsibilities

• Lead on-deck swim team practices 2–4 nights per week
• Provide workouts, instruction, motivation and support to swimmers
• Create a safe, fun environment and serve as primary coach during practices

Job description

The Chickahominy Family YMCA is seeking a part time, experienced swim team coach for our swim team! The pay range for this position is $15-$17 per hour.

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 a 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.