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Swim Coach (Part Time)

Summit Area YMCA · Summit, NJ · 3 days ago
OTHR$24–$30/hrPart-time

About the role

The Summit Area YMCA is seeking an enthusiastic and supportive Swim Coach to join the SAY Seals coaching team. This position focuses on coaching 10 & Under swimmers, developing their skills, fostering confidence, and promoting a lifelong love of competitive swimming.

Responsibilities

  • Coach and develop 10 & Under swimmers during practices and swim meets.
  • Plan and lead engaging practices focusing on stroke technique, skill development, and age-appropriate training.
  • Foster teamwork, confidence, sportsmanship, and a positive competitive experience.
  • Assist with swim meets, team events, and other SAY Seals activities.
  • Communicate effectively with swimmers, parents, and fellow coaching staff.
  • Collaborate with the Head Coach and coaching team to support the SAY Seals program.
  • Maintain a safe environment and adhere to YMCA and USA Swimming policies and procedures.

Requirements

  • 1-3 years of competitive swim coaching experience preferred.
  • Competitive swimming experience required; coaching experience with age-group swimmers preferred.
  • USA Swimming Coach membership (or ability to obtain upon hire).
  • YMCA Competitive Swimming certifications and/or USA Swimming coaching certifications preferred, or ability to obtain within required timeframes.
  • Ability to obtain CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and other required certifications.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
  • Must be able to work afternoons, evenings, and weekends during the swim season.

Schedule & Pay

  • This is a part-time position averaging up to 25 hours per week.
  • Practice schedules generally held Monday-Thursday 4:30pm - 7:30pm, Sundays 10:00am - 12:00pm.
  • Saturday swim meets and occasional team events.
  • The pay range for this position is $24.00-$30.00 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, and coaching certifications.

Benefits

  • Free YMCA individual membership.
  • Discounted YMCA family membership.
  • Opportunities for professional development and coaching certifications.
  • The chance to make a lasting impact on young athletes and your community.

About The Summit Area YMCA

We were founded as the Young Men's Christian Association in 1886, but today, we are The Y. An association that values, and is made stronger by, its diverse people. Each year, the Summit Area YMCA serves more than 15,000 individuals with our free and fee-based programs and services in an area spanning the New Jersey communities of Berkeley Heights, Gillette, Millburn, New Providence, Short Hills, Springfield, Stirling, and Summit. Our history is rooted in working side-by-side with our neighbors to ensure that everyone, regardless of age, income and background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. We are committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation or religious affiliation. When it comes to our employees, we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive culture in which our four core values — responsibility, honesty, caring and respect — are integral to everyday operations.

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