Assistant Swim Coach

Genesis Health Clubs

Assistant Swim Coach

Mt. Kisco, NY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Saw Mill Club Storm Aquatics is a competitive USA Swimming Team located in Mount Kisco, NY. The team has 120+ active members, ranging from Novice to Junior National level swimmers. The Philosophy of the team is Athlete-centered, Coach-directed, and Parent-supported.

    The Position

    We are looking to hire a part-time Assistant Swim Coach. Available hours per week can range based on availability, but will require a minimum of 1 weekend day.

    General Job Duties

    Coaching Duties

    • Lead Age Group and Masters Coach

    • Designs and implements season plan for teaching and training

    • Designs and implements daily practices for assigned groups

    • Attends and engages in all scheduled practices

    • Evaluates seasonal and daily practices

    • Assists with recruitment and retention of athletes

    • Assistant coach for other groups as assigned by Head Coach

    • Implements training and teaching progressions developed by Head Coach and staff

    • Motivates and participates in goal setting to help athletes reach potential

    • Recommends individual and relay events for all meets for athletes

    • Schedules, attends and engages in meets as assigned by Head Coach

    • Participates in Parent Education with Head Coach

    • Maintain daily attendance records for training groups

    Administrative Duties

    • Works with Head Coach to execute the vision, mission, and objectives of the team

    • Communicates regularly with the Head Coach

    • Collaborates and Cooperates with Board members

    • Communicates with membership via phone, email, text and team website

    • Attends bi-annual Metropolitan Swimming meetings

    • Assists with fundraising activities as needed

    • Responds promptly to all swimmer/parent/coach communication

    • Other duties as assigned by Head Coach as needed

    Preferred qualifications include:

    • Coaching membership in good standing with USA Swimming, which includes LGT & CPR

    • A college degree (preferred, but not required)

    • Coaching experience that illustrates the following traits: organized, good communicator, energetic, team player, takes initiative

    • Prior coaching experience working with a USA Swimming Team and Age Group athletes for 3 years