Age Group Swim Coach

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Create and safely lead practices under the guidance of supervisors (Site Director or Head Coach)
• Positively promote WAVE activities, including but not limited to: swim meets and social events.
• Create an inviting environment to ensure learning and development of the swimmer.
• To become knowledgeable about WAVE programming structure and procedures.
• Respond to or (appropriately direct) member questions in a timely manner.
• Willingness to learn Team Unify database / software.
• Willingness to travel to any of the WAVE locations (as needs arise).
• Attend annual credentials update / training (so you don’t have to find the courses).

Position Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to stand and walk on a pool deck for prolonged periods of time.

Preferred Requirements

• USA Swimming Coaching Credential work (we can guide you through this process if not familiar).
• ASCA Level course work.
• Coaching experience (club, summer league, high school).
• Swim Lesson teaching experience.
• Competitive swim experience.

Compensation

• Typical starting ranges $11 – 16+ per hour (depending on experience / preferred requirements and additional certifications).
• Typical schedule = 4p – 8pm weekdays (depending on location and need).

Additional Compensation

• Administrative tasks (ex: writing workouts / swim meet event selection/ coach meetings).
• Schedule opportunities for weekends and swim meets.
• Mileage for out-of-town swim meets.
• Approved reimbursements for Meals (out of town meets / out of town conferences).
• Approved professional training (reimbursed or paid for in advance).