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About the Role

The 92NY Flying Dolphins Swim Team (YFD) is seeking enthusiastic and experienced Lead Coach and Assistant Swim Coaches to support our Age Group Program. Our coaches play an important role in developing young swimmers by providing high-quality instruction, promoting strong technique, and creating a positive and motivating team environment. Successful candidates will enjoy working with young athletes and collaborate effectively with fellow coaches, swimmers, and parents.

Responsibilities

Teach and reinforce proper swimming technique, including stroke mechanics, starts, turns, and finishes.
Assist swimmers to develop their skills, confidence, fitness, and competitive abilities.
Provide positive, constructive, and individualized feedback to support each athlete’s development.
Support a positive team culture that emphasizes sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, respect, and enjoyment of the sport.
Collaborate with other members of the coaching staff to implement the team’s training plans and coaching philosophy.
Communicate professionally and appropriately with swimmers, parents, and fellow coaches.
Attend assigned swim meets and team events, as needed, and assist with warm-ups, race preparation, and athlete feedback.
Maintain a safe, organized, inclusive, and supportive environment during all practices and team activities.
Serve as a positive role model for young athletes and represent 92NY and YFD professionally.

Requirements

Must attain USA Swimming Coaches certification, Coaches Safety Training, CPR & First Aid.
Must pass USA Swimming background check prior to starting duties.
Previous competitive swimming and/or swim coaching experience.
Experience working with children and age-group swimmers.
Knowledge of swimming fundamentals and the ability to teach proper stroke technique, starts, turns, and finishes.
Ability to work effectively with swimmers of varying ages, abilities, and competitive levels.
Ability to provide clear instruction and constructive feedback in a supportive manner.

Skills

Strong communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong motivational skills
Positive and collaborative approach

Location

Manhattan’s Upper East Side

Work Type

Part-time
Hourly

Experience Level

Experience working with children and age-group swimmers

Salary/Compensations

$25–$30 per hour

Benefits

May Center Gym Membership

About the Company

The 92NY Flying Dolphins Swim Team (YFD) is located on Manhattan’s Upper East Side.