YMCA Of Greater Hartford·Plainville, Connecticut
The Swim Coach provides leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes while following YMCA program guidelines. They are responsible for building relationships with parents and students and ensuring all pool safety rules are enforced.
YMCA of Greater hartford
Job Title: Swim Coach
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Grade:
Primary Department: Aquatics
Reports to: Aquatics Director
Revision Date: 02/18/2026 Leadership Level:
The YMCA of Greater Hartford is an association open to all committed to helping people reach their potential in spirit, mind, and body. Our commitment is based on the belief that the purpose of this three-fold development is to live out the values of Caring, Honest, Respect and Responsibility.
Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, The Swim coach provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes. Greets everyone by using names whenever possible; extends thanks whenever appropriate; building relationships is always a priority. The position is responsible for ensuring that the mission, purpose, image and core values of the YMCA of Greater Hartford is conveyed.
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Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with the YMCA of the USA and YMCA of Greater Hartford Swim Lessons Program Guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
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Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA.
Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
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Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs.
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Maintains records as required (i.e., attendance, progress reports, etc.).
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Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
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Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
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Organizes and puts away needed class equipment.
Reports damaged equipment.
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Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.
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Provides a lesson plan for any substitute.
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Promotes the YMCA mission and demonstrate YMCA Character Development to all members.
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Acquainted with other available facilities and activities.
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Enforces all pool rules.
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All other duties as assigned.
Market context
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