Assistant Swim Team Coach (part-time)

Assistant Swim Team Coach (part-time) West Hartford, CT Job Details Part-time $17.54 - $23.00 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Qualifications CPR Certification Lifeguard Training First aid Swimming First Aid Certification American Red Cross CPR Certification Lifeguard Certification AED Certification Full Job Description HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is a proven leader in providing fitness solutions that engage and connect people both on-site and online, to create a strong community of health. Our work focuses on creating meaningful connections with each of our participants to help them move forward. We foster each individual's journey by creating communities of health within the organizations we serve - so that everyone is supported. As an employee of HealthFitness you will enjoy a variety of health and financial benefits and receive competitive pay. We provide personal and professional support, training and development and flexible employment opportunities. About the role Are you passionate about swimming and eager to inspire the next generation of swimmers? HealthFitness, in partnership with the Cornerstone Aquatics Center, is thrilled to offer exciting opportunities for Assistant Swim Coaches at our state-of-the-art 25,000 sq. ft. facility in West Hartford, CT.

Hours:

15 hours per week, Evenings and weekends Provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for swim team participants. Attends swim meets and team functions throughout the year, and is responsible for creating and maintaining a clean, safe and positive environment for the swim team participants.

Key Accountabilities:

Assist head coach in creating thorough, age-appropriate workouts focusing on technique, endurance, stroke development, and practice drills Participate in structured practices in weekday evenings throughout the year Assist head coach with administrative matters relating to the team, swim meet arrangements and team performance as well as interaction with parents Help to record all workouts and track daily attendance Assist in coordinating and executing swim team competitions and meet registrations and recording times and collecting other relevant data at swim meets; attend swim team events such as meets, meetings, social events, etc. at the direction of the head coach; assist in swim team social event planning, as necessary Engage parents and cultivate relationships to create a collaborative swim team environment Assist in stroke clinics (if any) offered between competitive seasons Participate in coach training opportunities offered by the head coach Assist in maintaining a clean, safe and positive environment for swim team participants Additional duties as needed or assigned

Minimum Requirements:

American Red Cross Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid certification. Possesses (or can obtain upon hire) USA swimming coaching credentials Must be able to demonstrate proficiency of swim skills and have a strong foundation in stroke mechanics and be able to communicate effectively with swimmers and their parents Will work on weekends at swim meets Enthusiastic, dynamic presence with good communication skills

Preferred:

1+ years swim coach experience 18 years of age 3+ years' experience as a competitive swimmer; collegiate competitive swimming experience Applicants must meet hiring requirements including but not limited to pre-employment drug test.

Compensation:

$17.54-$23.00 per hour. Pay is dependent on experience and qualifications.

Brand:

HealthFitness HealthFitness is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our people and our business. We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.