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Swim School & Pre-Competitive Director

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Alto Swim Club

Palo Alto, CA (In Person)

$65,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/23/2026

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Swim School & Pre-Competitive Director Alto Swim Club Palo Alto, CA Job Details Full-time $55,000 - $75,000 a year 18 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off On-the-job training Career development plan Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Retirement plan Qualifications Customer communication Staff supervision Program management Team supervision Customer service Sports coaching class instruction Performance management Team development Swimming Community relationship building Teaching Full Job Description Swim School & Pre-Competitive Program Director Alto Swim Club is the premier USA Swimming team serving the Palo Alto and Stanford communities. Our mission is to be the best developmental and high-performance swim team in the United States. We provide a comprehensive pathway for athletes of all levels, from learn-to-swim participants to Olympians. We are seeking an energetic, passionate, and experienced Swim School & Pre-Competitive Program Director to lead the foundational stages of our athlete development pipeline. This full-time leadership position is ideal for someone who is enthusiastic about teaching swimming, building strong developmental programs, mentoring young athletes, and creating exceptional experiences for families. Position Overview The Swim School & Pre-Competitive Program Director will oversee Alto Swim Club's learn-to-swim and pre-competitive programs, ensuring a seamless progression from water safety and stroke development into competitive swimming. The successful candidate will be responsible for program management, staff supervision, curriculum development, customer service, and on-deck coaching. This role combines approximately 20-25 hours of on-deck coaching and instruction with 15-20 hours of administrative and leadership responsibilities each week. Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Leadership Direct and oversee all swim school and pre-competitive programming Develop and implement curriculum focused on water safety, stroke development, and athlete progression Create clear pathways for swimmers transitioning into Alto Swim Club's competitive programs Monitor program quality, enrollment, and participant retention Coaching & Instruction Lead pre-competitive training groups and developmental swim programs Provide high-quality instruction for swimmers of varying ages and abilities Foster a positive, engaging, and supportive learning environment Evaluate swimmer progress and communicate development plans with families Administrative Duties Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and evaluate swim instructors and assistant coaches Conduct regular staff meetings and professional development opportunities Ensure all staff maintain required certifications and uphold program standards Manage class scheduling, enrollment, and program logistics Communicate effectively with families regarding swimmer progress and program opportunities Collaborate with the competitive coaching staff to support athlete transitions Assist with team events, clinics, and community outreach initiatives Qualifications Teaching and coaching experience Experience teaching swim lessons and managing developmental swim programs Current USA Swimming coach certifications (or ability to obtain upon hire) Strong knowledge of stroke technique development and age-appropriate training methods Excellent communication, organizational, and administrative skills Genuine passion for coaching and working with swimmers of all ages Proven leadership abilities and experience managing staff Enthusiastic, hardworking, and highly motivated team player What We're Looking For The ideal candidate believes that great swim programs begin with great fundamentals. They are committed to helping young swimmers build confidence, develop technical skills, and discover a lifelong love of the sport. They are equally comfortable leading lessons on deck, mentoring instructors, and building relationships with families. Compensation Alto Swim Club offers a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Pay:
$55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person