Youth Swim Team Coach — Build Skills & Community

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

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.