Life Time Inc.·Cary, North Carolina
The Assistant Swim Coach will lead daily swim practices and help members master swimming techniques under the direction of the head coach. Additionally, the role involves registering new team participants and maintaining the cleanliness and order of the aquatics facilities.
As an Aquatics Assistant Swim Team Coach, you must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will help our Swim Team members improve their swimming in our state-of-the-art recreational and lap pools, both indoors and out. You will work with the Head Swim Team Coach to write and head Swim Team Group Workouts. You will help the Head Swim Team Coach register new participants for the Team and maintain the cleanliness and order of our Aquatics Facilities. Job
Offers competitive swimmers the opportunity to master technique Runs daily practices under the direction of the head coach Promotes all Life Time products, services and programs Minimum Required Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or GED Years of Experience: 1 year of swim coaching experience Member of ASCA Member of USA Swimming Successfully complete and pass Life Time Swim Instructor Certification Ability to work in a stationery position and move about the club for prolonged periods of time Ability to communicate and exchange information with guests who have inquiries about Life Time products and services Ability to swim 25 yards/meters without stopping Ability to routinely and repetitively bend to lift 20 lbs or less and occasionally bend to lift more than 20lbs Licenses / Certifications / Registrations: Lifeguard certification to StarGuard Elite Lifeguard, BLS CPR, and First Aid Certified (or bridge to StarGuard when current certification expires or within 1st year, whichever is first). For Canada, Lifesaving Society Lifeguard certification and Standard FA with CPR C. Lifeguard Certification within 60 days of hire Must complete all job specific requirements with Life Time Education.
ASCA Level 1 Certification or higher Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.
Candidates must have at least one year of swim coaching experience and hold a high school diploma or GED. Required certifications include Lifeguard certification, BLS CPR, and First Aid, along with membership in ASCA and USA Swimming.
Market context
Assistant swim coach roles in North Carolina are often tied to youth programs, school teams, and club settings that need reliable support staff for practices and meets. Competition can be strong because employers typically look for prior coaching experience plus active certifications and memberships, so candidates should confirm their Lifeguard, BLS CPR, First Aid, ASCA, and USA Swimming credentials are current. On this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the essentials faster before applying.