Coach - Swim Team

The YMCA of Greater Erie is looking to hire a part-time Swim Team Coach for our program at the County YMCA. Are you creative, energetic, and fun-loving? Do you love the water, working with children and watching them learn? If so, please read on! This position pays $10.39 - $15.59/hour.

A day in the life of a part-Time coach swim team

Under the direction of the head swim coach, serves as a motivational figure who assists in organizing the swim team program to help build team cohesiveness and instruct swim participants. Assist the head coach with instructing students in the rules, regulations, equipment, and techniques of the sport. Organize and direct individual and small group practice activities/exercises as directed by the head coach. Assesses swimmer's skills, monitors participants during competition and practice, and keeps the head coach informed of the athletic performance of students. Assists with strategy to conduct a successful swim meet. Know and review all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and the "safe-in-six" model; complete related reports as required. Model sports-like behavior and maintain appropriate conduct towards students, officials, and spectators. Assist the head coach with submitting a list of award winners at the end of the season for annual awards banquet. Also, must assist head coach at parent orientation and registration. Perform support tasks such as distributing and maintaining eligibility forms, emergency data cards, and other related records. Attend staff development meetings, clinics, and other professional activities to improve coaching performance. Perform similar and related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of the rules, regulations, strategies, and techniques of competitive Safety Training for Swim Some experience of coaching swimming Principles of Competitive Swimming and Diving Current YMCA Lifeguard or American Red Cross certification Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen within 60 days of hire New Employee Orientation- YUSA, Mandated Reporter, and child abuse prevention training within 60 days of hire date Strong organizational Strong verbal communication Are you a people person who especially enjoys working as a team? Do you have a basic understanding of training and competitive swimming? Are you patient and able to remain calm when stressed? Do you enjoy coaching? If so, you might just be perfect for this Assistant Coaching position! PART-TIME WORK SCHEDULE This typical schedule for this childcare position is 8-14 hours per week, Monday - Thursday evening practices and some Saturdays for swim meets.

• ABOUT YMCA OF GREATER ERIE We are a nonprofit organization with a focus on healthy living, social responsibility, and youth development.
• Our cause is to strengthen the community.
• We serve a diverse population of men, women, and children with an emphasis on families.
• Our membership is 21 million strong and spread across more than 2,600 Y associations nationwide.
• Here, locally, our four membership branches, outdoor recreation center, nine early and school-age education program centers, and community outreach programs serve more than 35,000.
• We value our people.
• Working for us means you'll enjoy a great work-life balance and be treated with respect.
• We offer competitive wage and benefit packages for full and part-time employees.
• We truly believe that the YMCA is for all people, and that shows in our staffing.
• Here, you will be able to put your experiences, abilities, and energy to work as you impact the lives of those around you.
• Some of the benefits that we offer, depending on your position and schedule, include health & dental insurance, disability and life insurance, a funded retirement plan, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), a free YMCA membership, discounted program fees including childcare, and a flexible work schedule.
• If this sounds like the right opportunity for you to use and expand your child development knowledge, apply today!
• Ready to join our swim team?
• If you feel that you would be right for this part-time position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application.
• We look forward to meeting you!
• Location: 16510