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PART-TIME SWIM COACH with Mavericks Swimming (Half Moon Bay, CA)

Mavericks Swimming is looking for a part-time swim coach to join our team. Practices are weekday afternoons and Saturday mornings. Mavericks Swimming trains young swimmers of all levels and ages in our community, from elementary school to high school, beginners to national competitors.

Job Requirements:

• Current Lifeguard/CPR/AED/First Aid certification
• Current USA Swim Coach certification
• Swim coaching experience: collegiate, high school, club, or recreational

Job Responsibilities:

• Plan swim workouts
• Lead group practices
• Teach proper stroke technique
• Support, encourage, and motivate swimmers
• Ensure swimmer safety

Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications. Additional private and group lesson income available. Interested candidates should email a resume to mavericks.swimming@gmail.com                  Posted 11/12/24

 

PART-TIME COACH with North Bay Aquatics

North Bay Aquatics in Marin County is looking for a high-performance coach(es).

Job Responsibilities

• Support a healthy and safe learning environment for our athletes
• Recognize, support, and challenge each athlete
• Support North Bay’s mission to coach character and excellence through competitive swimming
• Attend 3-6 workouts per week (12-20 hours), including dryland, and support the vision of the groups lead coach (our Strength Training consultant programs dryland for coaches)
• Develop the attributes necessary to thrive at Senior Level swimming, including but not limited to:
  • Team-First Attitude
  • Accountability
  • Curiosity
  • Passion
  • Resilience
• Attend about 1 swim meet per month

Compensation: $45-50/hour

Interested candidates should email a resume to max@northbayaquatics.org               Posted 10/24/24
 

AGE GROUP COACH with Pleasanton Seahawks

Job description:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced swim coach to help train and develop our athletes. The ideal candidate will deeply understand swimming techniques and the physical conditioning necessary for the sport. Ultimately, the swim coach will be responsible for building a competitive team of athletes who demonstrate excellent sportsmanship and swimming techniques.

Swim Practice and Swim Meets:

Swim Practice: Monday - Friday, 7:45 pm - 9:00 pm

Swim Meets: Approx 1-2/month (additional pay for meets attended)

Requirements:

• Education: High school diploma; courses in swimming instruction may be required.
• Certification: Lifeguard certification; first-aid training recommended.
• Skills: Excellent lifesaving skills, ability to analyze swimming techniques, strong organizational and management skills, good knowledge of health and nutrition, strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attributes: Empathetic, patient, positive attitude, and willingness to work long hours.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate Swimmers: Assess swimmers’ skills and abilities to determine appropriate training plans.
• Develop Training Programs: Create and implement training programs that improve swimmers’ technique, endurance, speed, and agility.
• Provide Instruction: Offer feedback and instruction to help swimmers improve their performance.
• Monitor Safety: Ensure swimmers’ safety during training sessions and competitions, adhering to all safety regulations.
• Teach Techniques: Instruct swimmers in various styles such as freestyle, backstroke, butterfly, and breaststroke.
• Prepare for Competitions: Prepare swimmers for competitions by teaching strategies and providing motivational support.
• Communicate with Parents/Guardians: Keep parents or guardians informed about swimmers’ progress, expectations, and any relevant issues.
• Maintain Pool Area: Ensure the pool area is safe and clean, adhering to all safety regulations and standards.
• Stay Updated: Keep up-to-date with the latest coaching techniques, swimming research, and regulations

How to apply: 

Please send your resume to Head Age Group Coach Joe Loftus at: seasub11@hotmail.com               Posted 10/23/24

 

ASSISTANT SWIM TEAM COACH with Bay Club Panthers

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director and Head Swim Team Coach, the Assistant Swim Coach is responsible for managing and coaching the year round Panthers USA swim team, coaching upper level athletes, providing oversight to all the swim teams and stroke schools; maintaining a safe and effective learning environment while focusing on the fulfillment of clients’ swimming goals; achieving personal revenue goals; and providing the best customer service and hospitality to members and guests. 

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provide coaching for year round USA swim team and oversight to all the swim teams and stroke schools
• Present on deck during all team practices
• Coaches upper level athletes and provides specific and corrective feedback to each athlete at each session
• Design and deliver effective, consistent, and rewarding sessions and workouts
• Integrate new swimmers into swim team and stroke school programs
• Provide feedback to help parents decide which program is best for their child and client retention
• Maintain accurate, current records on all clients’ progress
• Follow swim school progression guidelines
• Conduct regular staff meeting with other coaches
• Enforce all pool rules and aquatics center and club policies
• Plan, organize and run swim meets, including submitting entries in a timely manner
• Maintain a consistent work schedule; arrive punctually for sessions
• Provide excellent communication with the parents of swimmers as well as all members and staff
• Track attendance of client’s sessions
• Accurately enter and maintain consistent timely records in the required systems for hours worked and sessions
• Actively participate in events, programs meetings and trainings
• Assist in the maintenance and cleanliness of the aquatics center
• Represent the club in a professional manner through image, dress, communication, and immediate follow through and response
• May submit billing and accounting for swimmers and program participants
• Order and distribute uniforms and required gear for staff
• Assist with special club projects, events and promotions 

Corporate Goals & Objectives

• Promote the company’s safety goals and actively work towards ensuring a safe working environment.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Actively further corporate objectives and continuously support improvement and positive change, which includes participating on corporate designated committees to improve the company and business operations.

Make professional development a consistent priority.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary job function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, & EDUCATION

• Current Lifeguard/CPR/AED/First Aid - for adult, infant, toddlers
• Current USA Swim Coach Certified
• Understand the current best practices in learn-to-swim skills, competitive swim techniques and childhood development
• Experience teaching Swim Lessons for all ages
• Experience in Competitive Swimming as a participant or a coach
• ASCA III preferred
• Knowledge of Pool Maintenance/Certified Pool Operator preferred
• Ability to teach Lifeguarding/First Aid/AED/CPR preferred
• Sales and Marketing — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, and sales techniques.
• Problem Anticipation/ Deductive Reasoning — Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong and then apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems and considers the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Oral Comprehension and Expression —Ability to understand and communicate so others can understand ideas and information.
• Computer – Ability to develop and maintain computer records in Word, Excel and other software required by TBCC.
• Demonstrated ability to support and develop diverse environment.
• At least two (2) years’ experience in personnel supervision, training, and evaluation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as WORD, EXCEL, and OUTLOOK are essential.

WORKING CONDITIONS/ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is typically performed outdoors in varying and occasionally extreme (hot) weather conditions
• Ability to arrive at work on time for all scheduled work shifts required. Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays required
• It is necessary to adapt to a frequently changing environment
• Position requires daily public contact
• It is sometimes necessary to deal with unpleasant or angry people with the need to problem solve difficult situations
• It is necessary to adapt to a frequently changing environment
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
• Frequently required to climb or balance and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must occasionally sit for extended periods and regularly walk around the facility
• Must occasionally talk and hear
• Must frequently move 10 pounds and in the event of an emergency lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required but this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• It is necessary for the position to travel independently to swim meet locations or Clubs on a regular basis

JOB DESCRIPTION REVISION

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this job.  While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change.  This job description replaces all previous descriptions for this position.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The Bay Club Company ("TBCC") provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race (and all traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed (including, but not limited to, religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, and breastfeeding, and other related medical conditions), sexual orientation and identity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, actual or perceived national origin/ancestry, accent or ability to speak English, age, disability, marital/familial status, source of income, veteran status, citizenship status, political activities or affiliations, medical condition, genetic information, persons with AIDS or AIDS-related condition, or persons who are victims of domestic violence.

TO APPLY: 

Please email VP of Aquatics Laszlo.Perlaky@bayclubs.com with your resume and cover letter.

For further assistance you can also call us at 650.517.5915.               Posted 8/27/24

 

HEAD AGE GROUP COACH with Ladera Oaks Swim Team

Position Summary

The role of the Head Age Group Coach encompasses dual responsibilities as the year-round Head Age Group Coach at Ladera Oaks and as the Head PSA Summer Swim Team Coach. Responsibilities include leading daily practices, developing seasonal plans aligned with developmental goals, supporting team planning and events, managing swim meets, and maintaining regular communication with team members and parents.

Job Responsibilities

This coach will serve as the Ladera Oaks Head Age Group Coach throughout the year and the Head PSA Summer Swim Team coach in the summer.

     Head Age Group Coach Responsibilities

• Lead three age group practices daily.
• Develop and implement a season plan for age groups that include monthly goals aligned with the team's long term development philosophy.
• Assist the head coach with overall team season planning, planning team social events, and group move ups.
• Attend and coach USA Swim Meets on the weekends an average of 1-2 meets per month.
• Communicate with parents on deck and through email.
• Manage the Pre-Team program, about 20 swimmers.
• Collaborate with the aquatics staff to promote safety.
• Assist with club-wide events approximately 5 times per year.

      Head PSA Coach Responsibilities

• Lead practices daily.
• Assist head coach in supervising and managing Junior Coach staff.
• Host and run 2-3 PSA home dual meets each summer.
• Send weekly communications to the PSA Swim Team through team emails.
• Prepare weekly dual swim meet lineups.
• Organize parent volunteer sign ups for weekly dual meets.
• Attend PSA board meetings every other month.
• Serve at the Meet Director for the PSA Championship meet.

Desired Qualifications

• Current USA Swimming coach certifications.
• Coaching swimming experience at the club of collegiate level.
• Strong communication, organizational and administrative skills.
• Passion for working with and developing swimmers of all ages.

Practice Location

Ladera Oaks swim team practices at Ladera Oaks Swim, Tennis, and Fitness Club located at 3249 Alpine Road, Portola Valley. Daily practices are held at our beautiful outdoor facility with two pools - a five lane 25 yard pool and an eight lane 28 yard pool.

Benefits and Compensation

$70,000 - $75,000 annual salary plus benefits

There is an option to teach private swim lessons for additional pay.

Work Schedule
This is a full-time position. This position will involve an average of 15-20 on-deck coaching hours per week, not including swim meets, plus an additional 10-15 hours of off-deck administration duties per week. Practice hours are Monday through Friday from 3:30-7:00 PM.

To Apply
Please send resume to Kayla@laderaoaks.com

To learn more about the Ladera Oaks Swim Team, visit our website: https://www.gomotionapp.com/team/pclost/page/home                   Posted 8/12/24

 

YEAR-ROUND AGE GROUP COACH with Palo Alto Stanford Aquatics (Menlo Park, CA)

The Menlo Park site of PASA is seeking a highly qualifies individual for the year-round position of age group coach to Lead our Age Group 1 group – young competitive swimmers ages 10-13. Coaching hours are typically from 5:00-8:00pm – Monday-Friday (with some weekend swim meets and two travel meets each year). 

About Palo Alto Stanford Aquatics:

The Menlo Park site of PASA currently practicing out of the Burgess Park Pool and Menlo-Atherton High School, both located in Menlo Park. PASA is a year-round competitive program comprised of 6 individual sites. The Menlo Park site, entering its 4th season, is the newest site. 

PASA and the Menlo Park site are committed to supporting a broad range of swimmers, from beginner to Senior. Our qualified coaching professionals focus on training the whole athlete, including nutritional education, mental and emotional health, dry-land exercises (including injury prevention circuits and strength & conditioning routines), training and racing strategies and a strong emphasis on technical proficiency in the water.

To read more on PASA-MP, visit our website - https://www.gomotionapp.com/team/zzmss/page/home

Job Responsibilities:

The Lead Age Group 1 Coach must be dedicated to sustaining and strengthening our high performance and comprehensive swim program by aligning with the established goals set forth by the coaching staff of the Menlo Park site and the PASA organization. Under the direction of the Head Coach, the ideal candidate will help maintain a supportive, inclusive and safe learning environment for swimmers of multiple ages and experience levels. The assistant coach must also possess excellent interpersonal skills that will enable them to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals including the swimmers, their families, coaching staff, and pool facility management. 

The position includes the opportunity to work in these additional roles: Dry-land Coach; Film feedback manager; PASA Lesson program.

Desired Qualifications:

• Current USA Swimming coach certifications (or in the process of completing certification).
• Assist the Head Coach with teaching swimmers proper stroke development, and technique fundamentals 
• Lead group of swimmers during practice 
• Have a passion for coaching and working with youth athletes of varying levels
• Assist with team activities such as: fundraisers, social events, hosted swim meets.
• Substitute for other coaches as needed 
• Ensure the safety of all swimmers by enforcing proper conduct during practices and swim meets
• Prior experience working with youth swimmers (e.g. Assistant coach, Swim instructor, or other related experience) 
• Sound technical understanding of swimming - believes in a process for swimmer development, committed to curriculum development.
• High level of integrity paired with a favorable reputation in the swimming community.
• Maintain professional conduct at all times.
• Demonstrated self-awareness – recognizing emotions, strengths, challenges, drive, values, and goals; with an empathetic and highly relational skill set. 
• Self-motivated and holds self and others to high standards, fosters a culture of accountability that rewards success and mentors for improvement. 
• Highly collaborative and committed to a team atmosphere rather than individual achievement. 
• Innovative and brings new ideas to transform and grow the site.
• Strong oral communication skill.  

Compensation:

Competitive wages based on experience.

Work Schedule: 

Part-time position. Schedule will vary based upon season and needs. The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

To Apply:

Please send a resume and references to co-founder & head coach Bruce Smith – brucesmithswim@gmail.com

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with a target start date of August 23, 2024

To find out more about the Menlo Park site of PASA, visit our website                     Posted 7/10/24

 

FULL-TIME HEAD SWIM TEAM COACH with The Olympic Club

Position Summary:

The Head Swim Team Coach position will play a crucial role in supporting the overall success and development of our swimmers (ages 8 - 18yrs). This position involves management of all Swim Team coaches to design and implement effective training programs, providing individualized feedback, fostering a positive team culture, and ensuring the safety and well-being of our athletes during practices and competitions. The successful candidate will contribute to the growth and skill development of each swimmer, promote a love for the sport, and actively participate in creating a supportive and encouraging team environment. This full-time salaried role requires a passion for competitive swimming, previous coaching experience, relevant certifications, and a commitment to the holistic development of athletes. If you are an energetic and dedicated individual with a love for coaching and developing swimmers, we encourage you to apply and be part of our team. 

For the Swim Team: Workouts are Monday - Friday at 4:00 pm and go until 5:30 – 6:30 pm (end times vary with training group). We have morning workouts for the Senior Group twice per week. Saturday workouts are 9:00 am – 12:00 pm.

Essential Functions of the Job (including, but not limited to the following):

• Coach Swim Team workouts as appropriate. Attending and coaching competitions.
• Supervise and oversee Jr Swim Team staff and operations including scheduling, administrative duties, billing, training/mentorship, staff recruitment/hiring, and other administrative duties assigned.
• Oversee all aspects of the junior swim programs with a focus on developing all levels of athletes. Organize and direct seasonal clinics and summer camps.
• Maintain up-to-date member communication boards, website/Olympian Magazine information, Aquatics displays.
• Oversee purchase and maintenance of aquatics equipment for the Swim Team.
• Assist the aquatics department in the planning, organizing, and running the annual Trans Tahoe Relay, 1500 Meter Meet, OC Distance Challenge Meet, Intersquad Meets, and other aquatics events.
• Additional duties as assigned and/or requested of you by the Aquatics Director and/or Club Management.

Estimated Weekly Job Responsibilities:

• Coach an average of 25 hours per week of swim practices
• Travel 1 - 2 weekends per month to outside competitions.
• Manage and lead assistant coaches
• Plan weekly practices focusing on the execution of the season training plans of the jr swimming programs
• Administration of work delegation, strategic planning, monitoring of upcoming events, accounting for income and expenditures, website and communication updates
• Weekly departmental and staff meetings

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Coach beginner to advanced level swimmers
• Teach proper stroke technique
• Motivate swimmers in a fun and energetic manner
• Instill a love for the sport  

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of Head Coaching experience
• CPR/AED, First Aid, and Lifeguard certification
• USA Swimming Coach member
• Intermediate Microsoft Office
• Hy-Tek Meet Manager a plus

Education Requirements:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

• $85,000.00 To 90,000.00 Annually

For full details on the job and to apply for the job please click here.                    Posted 7/8/24

 

LEAD COACH with Ukiah Dolphin Swim & Water Polo Team

Ukiah Dolphins (UD) is seeking an enthusiastic head coach to unify and lead our swim team. Ukiah Dolphins was established in 1955 and is a community, non-profit swim team that develops swimmers at all levels up to 18 years of age.

Job Responsibilities:

Coaching age group athletes in the afternoons/evenings during the school year and both mornings and afternoon/evenings in the summer (exact hours to be determined by coach). Practices are held at Ukiah High School swimming pool. Hours can fluctuate depending on High School athletics and community events. The coach is responsible for planning daily workouts that align with the ability of each group and attending periodic swim meets. This individual needs to plan and prepare workouts, respond to emails from parents/athletes/staff and send out weekly communication to membership, attend regular board meetings, understand how to navigate through our Team Unify website and be able to use google docs and spreadsheets. Other minor duties may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate should:

• Enjoy working with children- helping with their personal & athletic development.
• Coach with positivity, encouragement, and enthusiasm.
• Love the sport of swimming.
• 3 years USA Coaching and/or competitive swimming experience at the club level.
• Vision oriented, collaborative, hardworking, and highly motivated.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills.
• Current USA swimming certified coach (Coaches need to have current Safety Training for Swim Coaches, CPR/AED/First Aid certifications), including background check and have either had current Athlete Protection Training and Concussion Training or be in the process of finishing those courses.

Desired Traits/Skills:

• Applicants need to enjoy working with children, seeing them grow and overcome challenges, and help them achieve their goals. 
• Understand the importance of parental involvement in their child’s development and work to help build a parent’s understanding of our team and the sport of swimming.

Compensation:

• UD offers competitive compensation based on qualifications. Pay will be commensurate with experience. Expectation of starting at 10-15 hours of on-deck coaching per week, not including attending meets. Plus 2-5 hours of off-deck duties per week.
• Up to 10 PTO days, 5 paid holidays.

 

CA labor laws and overtime rules are followed.                          

 

If interested, please send your resume and an email about yourself to UDswimteam@gmail.com or call (707) 695-5975.            Posted 6/3/24