Marlins Assistant Age Group/Senior Coach

USD 30.00 Hourly | SWIM TEAM in 50 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich, CT 06807-2608, United States Part Time

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Greenwich YMCA Marlins Swim Team is looking for an energetic, motivated, and experienced coach to join our staff as an Assistant Age Group Coach. The Greenwich YMCA Marlins is a USA Swimming Level 3, Bronze Medal, competitive swim team in lower Fairfield County. We have approximately 170 members ranging from 6-18 years old. The start date for this position is as soon as possible. Our 8-lane 50-meter facility is one of the premiere pools in Fairfield County. We offer 10 lanes of short course training during the Short Course Season and 8 lanes of long course training during the Long Course Season.

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

REPORTS TO:

Head Coach

PAY:

$30/hourly

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work with Age Group and Senior swimmers.
• Conduct swim practices Monday–Friday afternoons and Saturday mornings.
• Attend and assist at swim meets, averaging 1–2 meets per month.
• Travel to various swimming pools in Connecticut and New York.
• Teach and implement appropriate swimming training techniques for young swimmers.
• Communicate effectively with swimmers, parents, and other coaching staff.
• Maintain availability consistent with the part-time practice and meet schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience working or competing on a USA Swimming team or college swim team program.
• Demonstrated knowledge and mastery of swimming training techniques.
• Ability to teach and develop young swimmers.
• Current USA Swimming certification, or the ability to obtain the required certifications.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel to various pools in Connecticut and New York.

SALARY/BENEFITS

Salary is competitive and based on experience.

I understand and agree to perform all duties listed above. In order to enhance the overall operation of the YMCA of Greenwich and to support teamwork, I will accept additional responsibilities as assigned.

The YMCA of Greenwich is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, military service or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.