Overview
Asst. Swim Team Coach - Aquatics II at YMCA of Greater Seattle. This is an on-site position.
Job Summary
Provides competitive swimming instructions to swim team members in Age group, Senior, or Masters programs. Organizes and conducts team workouts.
What You'll Get From Working At The Y
- Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
- Free access to mental health resources
- Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO)
Responsibilities
Performs assigned coaching responsibilities, which may include practices, recruiting, record-keeping, and scheduling.Recruits prospective members and provides information about YMCA membership and swim team fee structure.Attends all staff meetings, and trainings as required.Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.Assists with overseeing conduct of swim team members at meets and other team functions.Attends swim meets and swim team functions as agreed upon with supervisor.Maintains effective communication with participants and their parents.Qualifications
16 or more years of age.1 year or more of swim team experience preferred.Other applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position will be considered.Current lifeguard and swim instructor certification from a recognized organization (e.g. Red Cross, YMCA).Current CPR / AED and First Aid certifications.Current Administering Emergency Oxygen Certification.American Red Cross Coaches Safety Training or equivalent.Ability to teach proper competitive swimming techniques.Knowledge of sound competitive swimming skills, and the ability to implement and teach these skills in a positive, healthy manner.Knowledge of basic exercise.Ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire.Preferred Qualifications
Preferred knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.Our Mission & Core Values
Our Mission : Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.
RespectResponsibilityHonestyCaringPassion for ExcellenceYGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal law.
All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.
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