What are the responsibilities and job description for the Master Swim Coach - Semones YMCA position at YMCA OF METROPOLITAN DALLAS?
We are currently looking to hire a qualified coach for our popular Masters Swim program. In this program, adults (people over 18) can swim and compete all over the US. The Masters Swim Coach will provide competitive swimming instructions to swim team members and will organize and conduct team workouts.
PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES / POSITION RESPONSIBILITY
Organizes and administers all assigned coaching responsibilities, including daily practices, recruiting, record keeping and scheduling. Develops positive relationships with team members and provides motivational support and guidance. Increases team member awareness of all healthy lifestyle factors and YMCA values. Recruits prospective members and provides information about YMCA membership and swim team fee structure. Attends staff meetings and trainings as required. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
KNOW-HOW
Preferred coach will have experience instructing adults. Must have a background in swimming; college swimming background is a plus. Must work well with others and be able to communicate well between coaches and swimmers.
Must possess Basic Life Support, Basic First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen certification within 30 days. One year or more coaching swim teams is required. Ability to teach proper competitive swimming techniques. Ability to lead and motivate others. Ability to make good decisions and exercise mature judgement. Demonstrated knowledge of sound competitive swimming skills, and the ability to implement and teach these skills in a positive, healthy manner.
Times: Monday-Friday 5:15 am to 6:45 am
