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Assistant Water Polo Coach

Montclair YMCA

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#Coaching#CPR#AED#Safety Standards#First Aid#Critical Thinking#Decision Making#Lifeguard#Player Development#Instruction
#Aquatics
#YMCA
Part TimeOn Site0-2 yrs$18 - $20 / HOURPosted 2 months ago

Location

Montclair, New Jersey

Salary

$18 - $20 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Assistant Water Polo Coach supports the Head Coach in delivering safe and engaging practices while providing hands-on instruction to players. This role involves supervising participants during events, maintaining equipment, and upholding the organization's safety standards and values.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess knowledge of water polo fundamentals, rules, and gameplay strategy. A CPR/AED and First Aid certification is required, and prior experience in playing or coaching water polo is preferred.

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Job description

To proceed with your application for this position, please complete the Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment linked below. Ensure you finish the assessment for your application to be reviewed.

Behavioral Assessment Link [https://assessment.predictiveindex.com/bo/5TQS/YMCA24-25]

Position summary

The Assistant Water Polo Coach supports the Head Coach in delivering high-quality, safe, and engaging water polo practices and events. This role focuses on hands-on instruction, player development, and supervision, helping ensure a positive team experience that aligns with the YMCA of Montclair’s mission and values.

Our culture

At the YMCA of Montclair, we strive to be the Employer of Choice, provide World-Class Service, and be the Charity of Choice. Our goal is to be a place where employees are empowered and excited to come to work. All staff ensure that members experience customer centric, individual attention each day. We strive to be the preferred partner collaborating with others, identifying, and meeting our community needs.

Essential functions

  • Assist in planning and leading water polo practices and skill-based drills.
  • Provide individual and small-group instruction to support player development.
  • Help supervise participants during practices, scrimmages, and events.
  • Reinforce water polo fundamentals, rules, and sportsmanship.
  • Assist with setup and breakdown of equipment and pool space.
  • Support the Head Coach during games, clinics, and special events.
  • Communicate observations and participants need the Head Coach.
  • Uphold YMCA of Montclair safety standards, policies, and procedures.
  • Serve as a positive role model reflecting YMCA values.
  • Adhere to policies related to boundaries with members, volunteers, staff, and participants.
  • Attend required Abuse Risk Management training and adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising members and participants.
  • Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations and follow mandated abuse reporting procedures.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Discounts
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Free YMCA Membership
  • 25% Discount on YMCA Programs

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Montclair YMCA

The YMCA of Montclair has been making a positive impact in our community since 1891. Today, the YMCA of Montclair operates three branches—Park Street YMCA, Geyer Family YMCA, YMCA Outdoor Education Center. Membership is open to all, with financial assistance available to those...

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IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
HQMontclair, New Jersey
Founded1891

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Leadership competencies

  • Emotional Maturity
  • Communication
  • Critical Thinking and Decision Making

Qualifications

  • Minimum age of 18
  • Knowledge of water polo fundamentals, gameplay strategy, and rules.
  • Prior experience playing or coaching water polo preferred.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to motivate and support youth participants.
  • CPR/AED & First Aid certification required (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
  • Lifeguard certification preferred but not required.
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and promote an inclusive team environment.

Work environment & physical demands

  • Ability to pass lifeguard skills assessment and water test.
  • Ability to swim and safely navigate the pool deck and aquatic environment.
  • Capable of demonstrating water polo skills when needed.
  • Must be able to lift and pull 50 pounds.
  • Indoor pool facility with warm and humid conditions.
  • Practice and events may require evening or weekend availability.

Company benefits

  • Free
  • YMCA
  • Membership: Enjoy access to our YMCA facilities at no cost.
  • 25% Discount on various YMCA Programs
  • Employee
  • Referral
  • Bonus: Earn rewards for referring to qualified candidates.
  • Employee
  • Discounts: Access exclusive discounts on various products and services.
  • Paid
  • Time
  • Off (PTO): Eligibility after 90 days of employment.

Hourly pay rate

$18.00–$20.00

Work schedule: Evening (PM) shifts, including weekends

Market context

Water polo coaching roles in New Jersey

Assistant water polo coach openings in New Jersey are typically tied to school, club, and YMCA programs that need reliable seasonal support and safe supervision. These roles are competitive because employers often look for candidates who know the fundamentals, hold CPR/AED and First Aid certifications, and can bring prior playing or coaching experience. If you are applying, confirm your certifications are current and be ready to describe how you would support practices, game-day logistics, and athlete safety. Job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving candidates research time.

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