Assistant Swimming Coach

About the role

American Fork City's mission is to provide excellence in service to residents, visitors, and business community to foster a high quality of life. The Assistant Swimming Coach supports a safe, structured training environment that helps athletes build skill, confidence, and long‑term growth. This part‑time, onsite role partners with the coaching staff to deliver consistent, high‑quality sessions aligned to seasonal objectives.

Responsibilities

• Coach assigned groups and provide deck supervision during practices
• Support seasonal planning and execution of daily/weekly training progressions
• Step in to coach other age groups as needed to ensure continuity
• Maintain clear, timely practice documentation and athlete records
• Arrive early to prepare the deck, ensuring lanes, equipment, and timing systems are ready before athletes arrive
• Coordinate with the Head Coach and/or Head Age Group Coach between sets to stay aligned on seasonal direction and needed adjustments
• Shift smoothly to support other training groups when coverage is needed, keeping expectations clear and consistent
• After practice, wrap up equipment, confirm session notes, and update records for the broader coaching team

Requirements

• 1–3 years coaching experience (year‑round or summer recreation leagues)
• Strong communication and athlete‑development mindset
• USA Swimming background check
• American Red Cross Coaches Safety, CPR/AED, and First Aid Certifications
• APT training; Concussion protocol training; USADA Coach’s Tutorial
• ASCA Levels 1–2; USA Swimming Rules and Regulations

Pay

$16.50–$18.00 per hour

Schedule

Mon–Fri 2:45–6:00 pm; Sat 7:45–10:00 am