A Coach works with individual athletes or with sports teams to develop skills and improve teamwork and competitive performance. Runs practice sessions and physical conditioning programs; assesses the strengths and weaknesses of players; plans strategies for games; motivates and encourage players and teaches good sportsmanship.
Head Swim Team Coach YMCA of Greater Boston - 3.7 Needham, MA Job Details Full-time $25 - $30 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Dental insurance Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Staff supervision Team supervision Sports team experience Sports coaching class instruction Swimming Calendar management Full Job Description Description Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, this position is responsible for the supervision and management of all facets of the competitive swimming program at the YMCA of Greater Boston. Key Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES
1. Develop, implement, and oversee competitive swimming program. 2. Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate all paid and volunteer coaches and/or administrators as programs dictate and budget guidelines allow. 3.Ensure that all staff have appropriate and updated certifications on file. 4. Monitor program registrations and participant records. 5.Ensure quality and technical consistency throughout programming and across coaches. 6. Complete YMCA and USA swimming team registrations as required yearly. 7. Write and implement workouts for each practice. 8. Maintain up to date records. 9. Organize year round meet calendar. Write and submit all line ups for all meets. Attend, manage, and run all meets as needed. 10. Participate in weekly branch leadership meetings. 11. Engage with core aquatics programming to ensure a bridge between pre-competitive and competitive swimming.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Job Requirements:
At least 21 years of age. At least 5 years competitive swimming coaching experience. Experience supervising and developing coaches, schedules and member relations. Must be aware of YMCA and US Competitive Swimming movement and trends in the aquatic field and must continue to enhance his/her knowledge of the YMCA and US Competitive swimming movement.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physically and verbally able to interact with members and staff. Be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Benefits Why work at the Y? The YMCA of Greater Boston is an incredible place to have a fulfilling career or enjoy part-time employment — all while we are supporting and strengthening our communities, because our community is our cause. When you join us in your career here, you can look forward to: Developing your leadership skills in a caring, challenging & diverse working environment. Exploring a wide range of opportunities as you learn new skills and functions. Shaping the future of young children while making a difference each day for our communities and each other. Engaging in YMCA career training programs and working alongside those who have the same passion. A healthy work/life balance Comprehensive benefits including:
FREE YMCA
Membership for you. Discount on Specialty Programs like Personal Training and Swimming Lessons. Discounted or FREE family membership. Robust Retirement Plan up to 10%. (see eligibility requirement) Health, Dental, and Vision Benefit Package. Vacation and Sick Time (PT receive sick time) About YMCA of Greater Boston The YMCA of Greater Boston is the largest social services provider in Massachusetts. Through our network of facilities and program sites, the YMCA provides health and wellness programming, child care, summer camp, youth sports, and teen leadership programs, as well as work-force development and community outreach. The YMCA of Greater Boston is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.
