What are the responsibilities and job description for the Swim Coach position at Spring Education Group?
BASIS Independent Bellevue is seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to join our team as a Middle School Swim Coach.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tennis, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive environment for middle school students. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in competitive swimming, a passion for working with young athletes, and the ability to create an engaging, fun, and skill-focused training environment.
Responsibilities:
Plan and lead swim practices twice weekly (Tuesdays and Thursdays) from 6:45 AM to 7:45 AM at Samena Swim and Recreation Club.
Teach fundamental swimming skills and techniques while fine-tuning mechanics for all strokes.
Develop and implement racing strategies to prepare swimmers for competition.
Motivate and inspire swimmers to achieve their personal and team goals.
Foster a positive and inclusive team atmosphere that emphasizes fun, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
Effectively communicate with parents regarding practice schedules, swim meets, and swimmer progress.
Oversee the team’s participation in 1-4 swim meets during the season.
Essential Qualifications:
Competitive swimming experience at the high school level or higher (college swimming experience preferred).
Strong knowledge of swimming techniques, mechanics, and race strategies.
Previous coaching experience or experience working with young athletes (ages 10-14) is highly desirable.
Ability to manage a group of middle school students and maintain a structured practice environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Additional Qualifications
Minimum: High school diploma and valid fingerprint clearance. Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Additional Details:
The season runs from September 9th to November 6th.
Students will be dropped off and picked up by parents directly from practice.
If you are passionate about swimming and enjoy mentoring young athletes, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help make this season a rewarding and memorable experience for our swimmers!Compensation: $75-$90/hour
How to Apply:Please submit your resume and a brief statement about your coaching philosophy to Alexandra Unger at alexandra.unger@basisindependent.comas well as apply through our website.
Salary : $75 - $90
