Swim Team Coach - Silver/Gold Age Group

YMCA of Dane County
Madison, WI
Category Education
Job Description
Role Overview

Under the direction of the Aquatic Director, the Swim Team Coach provides personal and social development by developing and improving the technical and physical skills of swimming in a safe and enjoyable environment. This position also assists with the development, organization and implementation of high quality YMCA swim team program(s) in accordance with the YMCA mission, strategic plan, goals and all policies and procedures of the YMCA of Dane County, Inc. and the Y-USA Best Practices.

What You Will Do

Provides personal and social development for lifetime skills by developing and improving the technical and physical skills of swimming through effective practice sessions. Plans curriculum and manages practice sessions for our most Advanced Swim Team Group. Encourages healthy competition through swim meet involvement.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Must be at least 18 years of age. Knowledge of rules, regulations and guidelines of USA Swimming, YMCA of the USA Competitive Sports, as well as the practices outlined in the Technical Assistance Paper for YMCA Competitive Swimming is preferred.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Knowledge of rules, regulations and guidelines of USA Swimming, YMCA of the USA Competitive Sports, as well as the practices outlined in the Technical Assistance Paper for YMCA Competitive Swimming
  • YMCA or Red Cross Lifeguard/CPR/AED/First Aid certification upon hire
  • Safety Training for Swim Coaches
  • YMCA Principals for Swim Coaches
  • USA Certifications/Training – Foundations of Coaching 101, Foundations, Coaching 201, Athlete Protection Training, USA Background and Annual Non-Athlete Member, Y Orientation, Child Abuse Prevention, and Blood Borne Pathogen training require within 60 days of hire

Benefits

  • YMCA of Dane County Employee Handbook and Code of Conduct
  • Annual Support Campaign and other fundraising activities
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