Swim Team Coach: Lead Training, Meets & Safety

City of Idaho Falls; United States; On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Idaho Falls seeks a dedicated swim coach to lead and motivate the city's swim team, training swimmers of all ages, coordinating meet entries and supporting team functions throughout the season.

You'll teach stroke technique, endurance, and competition preparation while ensuring a safe environment and positive coaching. Certifications include ARC Safety Training for Swim Coaches; CPR/First Aid and WSI are preferred, with certification within 14 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Water safety and emergency rescue techniques”, CPR/First Aid and WSI certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Trains swimmers of varying ages and skill levels.
• Communicates with parents of athletes on the progress and development of swimmers' abilities.
• Focuses on teaching proper stroke technique, endurance and preparing swimmers for competition.
• Collaborates with other coaches to promote drills and workouts that educate swimmers in all four basic strokes.
• Oversees individual and team entries for swim meets.
• Supervise athletes at swim meets with a positive and encouraging attitude.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Water safety

Emergency rescue techniques

Communication

Education

Safety Training for Swim Coaches (American Red Cross)

CPR/First Aid Certification

WSI Certification

Job description

City of Idaho Falls seeks a dedicated swim coach to lead and motivate the city's swim team, training swimmers of all ages, coordinating meet entries and supporting team functions throughout the season.

You'll teach stroke technique, endurance, and competition preparation while ensuring a safe environment and positive coaching. Certifications include ARC Safety Training for Swim Coaches; CPR/First Aid and WSI are preferred, with certification within 14 days of hire.