What are the responsibilities and job description for the Swim Team Coach, Springfield position at The St. James?
Swim Team Coach
The St. James is seeking Swim Team Coaches to join its Aquatics team at its flagship location in Springfield, VA.
The St. James is the premier sports, wellness and active entertainment destination brand in the country, with a mission to maximize human potential by designing, developing and operating sports, wellness and entertainment destinations that engage, inspire and empower people to pursue their passions and be their best at play, at work and in life. Our flagship development in Springfield, Virginia features a premium health club, celebrity chef-inspired restaurant, premium medi-spa, 20,000 sq. ft. active entertainment center, as well as an indoor field house with FIFA-sized field, two NHL-regulation sized ice rinks, 52-meter Olympic competition pool and much, much more. The St. James allows the whole family to pursue their passions in 30 sports.
The Swim Team Coach will support the Aquatics Director at The St. James in the coaching of U18 athletes. A hands-on approach is necessary to effectively manage the quality of experience of our participants and their safety. Applicants should be available on weekday mornings, afternoons and on weekends. The Coach will be helping coach either the STJ Swim Team or the Splash and Stroke Academy programs. They will also have the opportunity to coach private lessons if so desired. This position will report directly to the Assistant Swim Director at The St. James.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform all duties in accordance with Company policies, practices and procedures.
- Engage participants in interactive swim practices while maintaining a safe environment.
- Provides instruction to coach participants through improved swimming skills and techniques.
- Demonstrates positive attitude and actions through a display of courtesy, service, cooperation, hospitality, sensitivity, and professionalism to internal and external customers.
- Supports the safety of all members, guests, and employees.
- Must be able to attend morning practices and evening practices during the weekdays and a morning practice on weekends (usually no more than 1.5 hours of practice a day)
- Must be a good communicator.
- Must be comfortable writing workouts for varying levels of adult swimmers.
- Must be able to commit to at least one year of coaching with STJ.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Infant/Child and Adult CPR/AED required.
- Applicant must have 2 years of experience as a swim instructor.
- Must be available on weekday mornings/afternoons and on weekend mornings.
- Must be comfortable teaching in the water and on land.
- Must be able to plan their schedule and work within practice times based on need.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with parents and athletes.
- Knowledgeable of safety training, procedures and best practices used throughout the sports and wellness industry.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For more information, please visit our website: www.thestjames.com
The St. James is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome qualified applicants from a variety of backgrounds inclusive of their race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran.
