Swim Coach
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YMCA of Central Texas
Cedar Park, TX, US
Summary
The Swim Coach is responsible for instructing and coordinating youth swim programs, including team prep and stroke development classes. They must ensure safety, maintain equipment, and foster positive relationships with children and parents.
Job Description
The YMCA of Twin Lakes in Cedar Park is seeking a Swim Coach to instruct, direct and coordinate youth swim programs, including Shark Academy swim team prep course, Tiger Shark Swim Team, and other stroke development classes and clinics.
We are offering a $260 bonus for new staff, and free family membership to the YMCA of Central Texas!
This position requires a vigilant, safety minded person to maintain a safe, enjoyable, and positive environment that promotes wellness and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
Job Responsibilities:
- Ensure YMCA policies, program standards and safety procedures are followed
- Observe, evaluate and provide feedback and direction to participants
- Create, organize and instruct group skill building classes
- Maintain proper records and equipment
- Model relationship building skills in all interactions
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with children, parents and staff
- Provide an experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values
- Know and be able to perform all skills required for certifications
Schedule Needed: Monday- Friday 3:45pm- 8:00pm, and Weekends 8:45am - 1:00pm
Skills & Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
- Associates degree preferred
- Lifeguard, CPR/AED, First Aid, and Oxygen certification
- Minimum 1 year coaching experience, assistant teaching, or YSL stroke mechanics
- Intermediate swimming ability
- Experience utilizing a pace clock and writing workouts
- 1-2 years competitive swimming experience
- ASCA (American Swimming Coaches Association) Level 1-2 Certification or 3 years coaching/training experience
- Member of ASCA preferred
- Be able to pass reference check, pre-employment drug screen, background check and sex offender check
Pay Rate: $15.00 to $22.00/hour
About Us: We are a not-for-profit services Association focusing on mission driven initiatives, with a vision of building strong kids, strong families and strong communities throughout 7 Texas Counties. Our organization is home to the largest school age child care provider in Williamson County as well as health and fitness programs that improve the quality of life for over 45,000 members ranging from preschool through senior citizens.
Thank you for your interest in the YMCA of Central Texas!
We're a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, as well as putting Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Serving Waco-McLennan County since 1885, the YMCA of Central Texas welcomes our community at two branches (Doris Miller Family YMCA and Waco Family YMCA) and the Edna Learning Center for early childhood education. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. In 2015, the YMCA of Central Texas provided over $340,000 in financial assistance to give back to and support Waco-McLennan County.
Founded
1885
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Wellness and Fitness Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Waco, Texas
We're a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, as well as putting Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Serving Waco-McLennan County since 1885, the YMCA of Central Texas welcomes our community at two branches (Doris Miller Family YMCA and Waco Family YMCA) and the Edna Learning Center for early childhood education. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. In 2015, the YMCA of Central Texas provided over $340,000 in financial assistance to give back to and support Waco-McLennan County.
Founded
1885
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Wellness and Fitness Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Waco, Texas
