Youth Swim Team Assistant Coach — Lead Practices & Team Spirit

Whitmore Lake Public Schools; Northfield Township (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Whitmore Lake Public Schools seeks a dedicated WLCR Waves Swim Team Assistant Coach to work under the head coach with swimmers aged 5–18, focusing on technique, stroke development and team spirit in a fun, safe environment. Responsibilities include leading practices, coordinating meets and supporting recruitment, while fostering a positive culture and helping each swimmer reach their personal goals.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and 5+ years of competitive swimming or coaching;

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• 5+ years of competitive swimming/coaching experience required.
• Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR/AED certifications preferred or in progress.
• Ability to coach all competitive strokes and motivate youth.

Responsibilities

• Leads practices with emphasis on technique, stroke development, sportsmanship, and team spirit in a fun and safe environment.
• Coordinates evaluations, dual meets, and assists in large league championship meet logistics and awards banquet.
• Promotes the swim program, assists with recruiting, and maintains positive relationships with swimmers and prospective swimmers.
• Embraces the team culture and helps swimmers reach their potential while having fun swimming.

Skills

Competitive swimming

Coaching experience

Stroke technique coaching

Communication skills

Team building

Education

High School diploma

5+ years competitive swimming/coaching experience

Job description

Whitmore Lake Public Schools seeks a dedicated WLCR Waves Swim Team Assistant Coach to work under the head coach with swimmers aged 5–18, focusing on technique, stroke development and team spirit in a fun, safe environment. Responsibilities include leading practices, coordinating meets and supporting recruitment, while fostering a positive culture and helping each swimmer reach their personal goals.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and 5+ years of competitive swimming or coaching;