Swim Coach (Pt. Loma)

Looking for a job outdoors?

Do you have a passion for coaching Swim Teams?

Are you 18 or older?

Become a Swim Coach at the Y!

GROW YOUR CAREER AT OUR Y LOCATION(S) BELOW!

Coastal – Ryan Family YMCA - Must be available Mon-Fri from 3:45pm-7:30pm

Y would I apply?

• Complimentary Y Membership
• FREE Complete Gym Membership
  
• FREE Workout Classes
• FREE Pool Access
• Build Your Resume
• Opportunities for Growth
• Community Involvement
• PART TIME Perks
  
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Professional Development Opportunities

If you are interested in learning more about employee benefits, use the link below:

Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)

Sound good? (We think so, too!) Here’s what you would do:

• Prepare swim team area for workout
• Conduct appropriate stretching and warm-up/cool-down activities
• Maintain safety and discipline during workouts and meets
• Schedule and host team swim meets
• Respond to the individual needs of participants
• Assist in providing a variety of demonstration, explanation, and practice and skill correction during each workout
• Assist in effective communication with athletes and parents in a friendly manner and providing appropriate encouragement
• Attend staff and aquatics’ trainings

“OK, I’m sold!” What do I need to qualify?

• Must be 18 or older
• Must have 1 year of experience coaching
• Must have 2 years of experience in competitive swimming
• Current Certifications:
  • CPR PRO/AED for Professional Rescuer
  • First Aid
• The Certifications above must be from one of the following certifying organizations:
  • American Red Cross
  • American Heart Association
  • American Safety & Health Institute
• Must complete Principles of Competitive Swimming & Diving within 30 days of hire
• YMCA or American Red Cross Lifeguard certification desirable (will be required if supervising off-site events)
• YMCA or WSI Swim Lesson certification desirable
• Safety training for Swim Coaches desirable
• YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor (YSL) Certification desirable
• Familiarity with Meet Manager and Team Manager software desirable
• Must have visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and physical ability to act swiftly in emergency situations
• Must have ability to observe participant activities adequately, to enforce safety regulations and to apply appropriate policies and procedures