Swim Team Assistant Coach
YMCA of DelawareDelaware, United States
Posted March 21, 2024
30000 - 38000 USD year
Part Time
About the Company
The YMCA of Delaware, with a 120‑year legacy, serves all Delaware residents through programs that promote youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Its flagship Healthy Living Prevention Programs—such as the CDC‑recognized Diabetes Prevention Program and the Stanford‑based Healthy Lifestyles Behavior Change Program—combine classroom instruction, community support, and evidence‑based strategies to help participants adopt lasting health habits. By partnering with institutions like Indiana University and Stanford, the organization delivers rigorously tested interventions that have proven to delay or prevent chronic disease. The YMCA’s inclusive, community‑driven culture ensures that people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities can access resources that empower them to thrive physically, mentally, and socially.
Job Description
The YMCA of Delaware is seeking a Swim Team Assistant Coach to engage student and members in a way that builds relationships of trust through open and interactive communication, and to assist in delivering practice sessions that teach competitive swimming stroke skills and train swimmers in preparation for competition.
Requirements
- Minimum age of 16
- Participation, instruction or coaching experience in competitive swimming
- Knowledge of various swimming techniques
- Flexibility, patience, enthusiasm, and organization
- Ability to complete certifications in CPR, First Aid, Lifeguarding, Coaches Safety Training for Swim Coaches, and Principles of YMCA Competitive Swimming & Diving within six months of employment
Benefits
- 12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan upon meeting eligibility
- Learning and development workshops
- Career advancement opportunities
- Staff Discounts on Programs & Services
