What are the responsibilities and job description for the SWIM COACH - Milwaukee Recreation - AQUATICS DEPARTMENT position at Milwaukee Public Schools?
PROGRAM AREA: Aquatics
JOB TITLE: Swim Coach
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-time seasonal
STARTING HOURLY RATE: $16.00 (YOUTH) - $17.00 (ADULT)
HOURS PER WEEK: 5-20
JOB SUMMARY:
Swim Coaches are responsible for providing a safe and friendly competitive swim experience for age-group swimmers of novice advanced ability levels. Coaches should maintain a positive and responsible demeanor at all times, and challenge swimmers to reach new goals in the water. The coach will promote a sense of teamwork to youth and triumph in effort applied to competition during both wins and losses.
POSITION SUMMARY:
- Teach stroke technique for all 4 individual events of swimming.
- Use student-appropriate language to accommodate a wide array of ages, backgrounds and ability levels.
- Ability to communicate professionally with parents and co-workers.
- Assign reasonable workouts to your swimmers that align with ability levels and promote teamwork.
- Share patron concerns and needs with supervisor or building staff when necessary.
- Maintain a professional appearance by always being in uniform and keeping the facility clean and organized.
- Enforce all pool rules in a consistent and fair manner.
- Be punctual. Alert building staff if you anticipate being tardy.
- Report for all assigned shifts and be proactive in finding replacements when needed.
- Be an authority figure at your facility and work to create a safe and fun environment for others.
- Be prepared for each practice and swim meet you run during a scheduled session.
- Make an effort to get to know your swimmers and build relationships.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- American Red Cross Certification in Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First-aid recommended
- Able to meet the scheduling needs for this position
- Access to reliable transportation
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Swim team experience or coaching experience preferred
- Previous employment/volunteer work with youth/families in team sports preferred.
- Previous or current experience as a lifeguard a plus.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Possess swim ability that may be used for demonstration to your students.
- Ability to communicate well with patrons and co-workers.
- Ability to work with a wide range of students based on age and ability.
- Possess knowledge relating to head injury and concussion prevention.
- Ability to remain calm and professional during emergency situations.
- Maintain professionalism while on duty.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Contributes as a team member to a recreational atmosphere which is friendly, cooperative, efficient and professional.
Salary : $16
