Swim Team Coach & Mentor for Youth Development

YMCA Atlanta; Lawrenceville (GA); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 35.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is seeking an Assistant Swim Team Coach to support the Head Coach in delivering competitive and recreational swimming programs for youth at J.M. Tull Gwinnett Family YMCA.

The role involves assisting with practices and swim clinics across the season. Ideal candidates have a background in competitive swimming, strong teaching skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with athletes and families.

Formación

• Minimum age 16.
• Background in competitive swimming as coach or swimmer.
• Ability to effectively communicate.
• 1 year coaching experience with various ages.
• Excellent teaching skills with expertise in training and stroke development.
• Exemplify YMCA ideals, leadership qualities and a professional image.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments.
• YMCA Leader certification preferred (within 1st 90 Days).
• YMCA Swim Instructor Certification and/or YMCA Lifeguard Certification.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen and motor vehicle record.
• Within 30 days of hire, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, AED, and Bloodborne Pathogens training.

Responsabilidades

• Teach all groups by facilitating a training and/or practice plan as developed by the Head Coach.
• Evaluate swim team members’ goals; provide feedback for improvement and recognition.
• Support volunteer recruitment, parent and swimmer communication, and input on rosters and meet lineups.
• Support community involvement, fundraising efforts and events.
• Maintain records of achievements and progress.
• Attend meetings as scheduled.
• Represent the YMCA at meets and community events.
• Ensure the safety of all participants at all times.
• Maintain knowledge of emergency procedures; report incidents promptly.
• Promote team philosophy and a positive practice environment in line with YMCA values.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Conocimientos

Communication

Coaching

Teaching skills

Diversity & inclusion

Educación

Background in competitive swimming (coach/swimmer)

YMCA Leader certification preferred

YMCA Swim Instructor Certification / Lifeguard Certification

Descripción del empleo

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta is seeking an Assistant Swim Team Coach to support the Head Coach in delivering competitive and recreational swimming programs for youth at J.M. Tull Gwinnett Family YMCA.

The role involves assisting with practices and swim clinics across the season. Ideal candidates have a background in competitive swimming, strong teaching skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with athletes and families.