Part-Time Swim Team Coach Wave Aquatics - 2.7 Redmond, WA Job Details Part-time $23.50 an hour 21 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications CPR Certification Lifeguard Training First Aid Certification Lifeguard Certification Community relationship building

Full Job Description Job Summary:

The Sport Team assistant coach is responsible for helping guide their team with planned practices that were designed by the lead coach. They will mentor and guide the youth as a positive role model. Will also participate in meetings appropriate to the Sport Team assistants. Will assist the lead coaches at swim meets and whenever it applies.

Key Responsibilities:

Coaching Assist with

Practices:

Help conduct swim practices, focusing on technique, endurance, and speed training

Individual Coaching:

Provide one-on-one coaching to swimmers to help them improve specific skills

Support Competitions:

Assist with swimmer preparation during meets, including warm-ups, race strategy, and post-race feedback

Mentoring:

Act as a role model and mentor for young athletes, fostering skill development, increasing their confidence and creating a positive and inclusive team environment

Swim Program Development:

Develop comprehensive swim mechanics for various skill levels, ages, and competitive goals

Safety Management:

Commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of all swimmers and staff through rigorous adherence to safety protocols and regular training drills

Enforcing Rules:

Ensure swimmers adhere to safety guidelines and team rules

General and Administrative Communication:

Assist in communicating with parents about swimmer progress, upcoming events, and other team-related matters

Community Engagement:

Build positive relationships with parents, volunteers, and community stakeholders, fostering a supportive and inclusive swim community

Administrative:

Assist with scheduling, record-keeping, and other administrative duties as needed

Conflict Resolution:

Resolving conflicts among swimmers, parents, or staff members with diplomacy, empathy, and professionalism Additional responsibilities as may be assigned by supervisor

Qualifications :

Experience:

Have a background in the sport of swimming and/or other athletics

Communication:

Excellent verbal communication skills for effectively teaching and motivating young athletes

Patience:

A high level of patience and the ability to work with children of varying skill levels

Team Collaboration:

Ability to work well with the coaches, other assistants, and support staff, and adhere to the team objectives for your group

Adaptability:

Flexibility in adjusting coaching techniques to meet the needs of different swimmers

Time Management:

Ability to manage practice sessions efficiently to cover planned drills and activities

Safety Awareness:

Keen understanding of pool safety protocols and the ability to enforce

Flexibility:

Adaptability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends

Decision- Making:

Skilled at making sound and rational decisions

Certifications:

Current certification in lifeguarding, CPR, and First Aid, or capable of certifying in these within 30 days of hire date

Background Check:

Must be able to successfully complete a background check

Transportation :

Must have regular reliable transportation to attend practices at Redmond, Juanita and Strattonwood Pools as well as attend swim meets