Assistant Swim Coach (Part-time)

Essential Responsibilities

• Plan and lead group swim practices in alignment with the YMCA of Greater Montgomery’s mission, vision, and coaching philosophy.
• Support YMCA staff in organizing and facilitating events.
• Develop and implement tailored training programs to meet the needs of swimmers.
• Educate participants on proper swimming techniques and provide constructive feedback.
• Create engaging and productive practice sessions that promote skill development.
• Foster a positive team culture that encourages athlete growth and teamwork.
• Collaborate with fellow coaches and staff to enhance the overall swimming program.
• Assist with coaching at swim meets and other competitive events.

Experience and Qualifications

• Previous experience in swim coaching or teaching swim lessons is preferred.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively educate and motivate swimmers.
• Familiarity with team registration and software (e.g., TeamUnify, Team Manager, Touchpad, HyTek) preferred.
• Adherence to USA Swimming’s Code of Conduct, Safe Sport Requirements, and the YMCA’s Swimming Principles of Coaching Workbook.
• At least one year of experience coaching competitive swimming.

Skills & Abilities

• Passion for coaching athletes of all skill levels and a desire to help them improve.
• Strong understanding of stroke development, technique fundamentals, and competitive swimming.
• Basic knowledge of dryland training for developmental swimmers.
• Excellent communication skills, including timely and professional email responses to parents (within 24 hours).
• Ability to assess athletes’ goals, provide constructive feedback, and communicate progress in a respectful and supportive manner.
• Consistently model professionalism, appropriate behavior, dress, and sportsmanship for athletes.
• A commitment to continuous professional development as a coach.

Required Certifications And Trainings

• Lifeguard certification required.
• CPR and First Aid or within 30 days of hire.
• Child Abuse Prevention and Bloodborne Pathogens within 30 days of hire.

Benefits

• YMCA Individual Membership
• Program Discounts
• 12% Employer Funded Retirement Plan (once eligible)
• Optional 403B Retirement Savings Account
• Troy University Tuition Discount for staff and Dependents
• Professional Development Opportunities and Training