Head Age Group Coach

Applications due 06/30/24

Job Description:

Date posted: April 30, 2024

Location: Cincinnati, OH, USA

The Cincinnati Aquatic Club is a medium size USA Swimming team with around 160 swimmers (ages 7-18). We are looking for a full time Head Age Group  coach.

This position is designed to assist and support the head coach with the day to day operations of Cincinnati Aquatic Club. The coach will work closely with the head coach to carry out the vision, values, and behaviors of Cincinnati Aquatic Club through long term development, leadership, and following through with the age group progression plan. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Assist the Head Coach in implementing and refining the athlete progression plan model for the 12 & under age groups.

  • Develop season plans for the assigned swim group.

  • Provide consistent, quality, engaging, individualized  instruction & feedback to help with the long term development of each athlete.

  • Planning and running in water workouts for 20-30 swimmers ages 11-13.

  • Assisting in coaching groups assigned by the Head Coach.

  • Assisting in planning and executing team bonding events.

  • Maintaining data for team meet results & publishing meet  recaps.

  • Handle administrative details such as, meet entries and weekly parent communication.

  • Attend and Coach all swim meets for perspective group(s).

  • Assist in coaching morning and afternoon/evening practices as assigned by the Head Coach.

Team Culture Responsibilities:

  • Model and celebrate the team’s vision, values, and behaviors.

  • Work collaboratively and respectfully with all coaches, staff, and team leaders to serve in the best interest of the team and its members.

  • Be exceptional in the application of positive, consistent, and effective motivation strategies when working with swimmers, parents, and coaching staff in all aspects of the program.

  • Demonstrate a cooperative, prompt, and respectful communication style with swimmers, parents, coaching staff, and community members

Experience:

  • All USA Swimming Coaching Requirements or the ability to obtain these certifications before starting the job

  • A minimum of 3 years of coaching experience at the USA Swimming/YMCA  club level. At least 5 years of coaching experience at the USA Swimming/YMCA club level preferred.

  • Team Unify, Google Workplace, & Hy-tek knowledge.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive pay — commensurate with experience.

Interested?  Contact Head Coach Jessica Thomas at [email protected].

How to Apply

Interested?  Contact Head Coach Jessica Thomas at [email protected].

Contact Information

Jessica Carpenter-Thomas