Assistant Swim Coach
3 weeks ago
Camas, United States
Gold's Gym Washington
Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition Title: Assistant Swim CoachCompany: Gold's Gym PNW Golds Aquatics Club
Position Type: Part-Time
Job Summary
Gold's Aquatics Club is seeking highly motivated and experienced individuals to join our team as a Swim Coach. As a Coach, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive training program for swimmers of all ages and skill levels. You will provide guidance, instruction, and support to athletes while fostering a positive and inclusive team environment.
Qualifications
- Coaching Experience: 1-3 years previous coaching experience with a proven track record of success in developing swimmers at various levels.
- Industry Expertise: Deep understanding of swimming techniques, training principles, and competitive strategies.
- Bold Leadership: Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate and inspire athletes.
- Collaboration: Excellent communication, oral and written, and interpersonal skills, with a heavy emphasis on listening.
- Certification: Current certification in Lifeguarding, CPR, AED and First Aid, and USA Swimming (or willingness to obtain upon hiring).
- Technical Excellence: Familiarity with Team Unify, Meet Management software, and USA Swimming rules (if applicable).
- Availability: Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
Responsibilities
- Exemplary Leadership: Conduct regular practice sessions and provide on-deck coaching.
- Team Player: Work closely with head coach and other coaches for consistent coaching and program implementation.
- Goal Setting: Guide and support swimmers in setting and achieving ambitious goals, implementing effective training plans for swimmers' improvement.
- Mentorship: Evaluate swimmers' progress and provide individualized feedback.
- Event Coordination: Assist in planning and coordinating home swim meets.
- Master Communicator: Communicate regularly with swimmers, parents, and club management.
- Ongoing Improvement: Stay updated with the latest coaching techniques and trends.
- Employee Excellence: Adhere to club policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
Physical Requirements/Environment
- Must be able to work in a wet environment with occasionally high noise levels.
- Must be able to move frequently through all areas of the pool deck. Your shifts include continuous engagement and interaction with swimmers and team members.
- Must be able to work evenings and weekends, with occasional travel to team events.
- Daily duties include lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, spotting, remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time, and moving for prolonged periods of time.
- Required to demonstrate or explain proper physical activities, techniques and procedures.
Join us at Gold's Aquatics Club and be part of an exciting journey in swimming development