Swim Coach

Racket Social Club at Windward Lake is hiring Swim Coaches for the upcoming season! We’re seeking energetic, positive, and team-oriented individuals who are passionate about teaching and developing swimmers of all ages and skill levels.

About the role

Organizing and coaching daily swim practices and meets.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and observes swimmers at all times to ensure their safety.
• Plan swim practices daily and organizes a season plan for the swim team.
• Assists in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by department manager.
• Coaches practices as directed by the Aquatics Director.
• Enforces the rules of conduct.
• Communicates with parents and swimmers regarding progress and improvement.
• Organizes and supports scheduling of lessons and billing with management.
• Attends youth spirit and social functions of the Club as requested to help build relationships with parents and interest in swim lessons.
• Organizes and completes all swim meet entries.
• Attends swim meets at home (club) and away (off-site) pools.
• Maintains all necessary records determined by the department manager.
• Communicates with parents regarding practices, events, and team updates.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); two to four years of experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard Certification.
• Water Safety or USA Swim Coach Certifications.
• ASCA certification preferred.
• Ability to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job (e.g., communicating with English-speaking customers or co-workers, understanding equipment manuals in English).
• Previous swim instruction experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• Frequently uses hands, talks, and hears.
• Regularly stands and sits.
• Occasionally walks, reaches with hands and arms, climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls, tastes or smells.
• Occasionally lifts up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

• Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions.
• Occasionally works in wet or humid conditions (non-weather); near fumes or airborne particles, and near toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Noise level is moderate.