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YMCA of Delaware · 5 months ago

Swim Team Coach- Brandywine, DE YMCA Family

Wilmington, DE

Part-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$15/hr - $19/hr

3+ years exp

YMCA of Delaware is dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of individuals and families in the community. They are seeking a Swim Team Coach who will engage with students and members, mentor other coaches, and design practice sessions to develop competitive swimming skills.

Health DiagnosticsNon ProfitSocial

Responsibilities

Engage students & members in a way that builds sustainable relationships of trust through open & interactive communication

Interact with swimmers, family members, Y members, guests & volunteers in a way that demonstrates the Y Mission & Values while supporting a culture of excellent customer service

Arrive to practices, swim meets & trainings in a timely manner to ensure lanes & supplies are prepared for swimmers

Mentor other coaches to enhance their knowledge and foster a sense of belonging

Maintain positive communications between YMCA, coaches, and Swim Team Parents

Design and deliver practice sessions that teach competitive swimming stroke skills and train swimmers in preparation for competition

Create a positive program environment with encouragement, goal setting and positive reinforcement

Support in all development of the swim team program while providing a culturally balanced program fitting the community's needs

Maintain rosters and attendance records for all age groups within the program

Evaluate team members and record progress

Qualification

Competitive swimming coachingCPR certificationFirst Aid certificationInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsLifeguarding certificationYMCA certificationMulti-lingual skills

Required

Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community

Minimum age of 18

Incumbents should have at least three years of competitive swimming coaching and/or instructional experience

Must be knowledgeable in a variety of techniques; be flexible, patient, enthusiastic and well organized

Ability to complete certifications in CPR, First Aid, Lifeguarding, Coaches Safety Training for Swim Coaches as well as Principles of YMCA Competitive Swimming & Diving within six months of employment

At least 20/25 or 20/25 corrected vision and free of permanent eye abnormalities. If required, wearing corrective lenses will be required to assure at least 20/25 vision while on duty as a lifeguard