Applications due 05/31/24
Job Description:
Date posted: May 6, 2024
Location: Newburgh, IN, USA
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join our team as the Head Age Group Coach. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, along with a proven record of success in coaching competitive swimmers. If you are passionate about developing young athletes, building a positive team culture, and achieving excellence, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain relationships and open communications with swimmers and parents.
- Management and running of daily practices in a direction that supports the coaching philosophy and direction of the program as established by the Head Coach.
- Work with the Head Coach to manage group placement and advancement of athletes.
- Work with the Head Coach for stroke and training principles.
- Offer individual meetings with swimmers at the age group level.
- Assist and observe other training groups as needed.
- With the guidance of the Head Coach, oversee development and progression of the Age Group Program.
- Coaching of Age Group Athletes at all home and away meets.
- Regular meeting with the Head Coach to outline development progressions, practice sessions, meet schedules, and to discuss challenges and opportunities within the program. These meetings should also ensure that the management of the group and program remains unified in one direction.
- Drives team spirit with planning and executing team building activities through collaboration with the Head Coach.
- Attend coaching clinics and continuing education programs.
- Cultivate a positive team atmosphere.
Qualifications & Requirements
- 3-5+ years coaching as a lead coach for 14&U swimmers.
- All certifications are current and in good standing with USA Swimming.
- ASCA Certified, Level 2+ preferred.
- Detail oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Solid knowledge of stroke technique and training physiology.
- Passion and enthusiasm for competitive swimming and youth mentoring.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee; other duties may be assigned as necessary.
How to Apply
How to Apply
First consideration will be given to those who submit a cover letter and resume with references by May 31st via email to:
Subject- NSC Head Age Group Coach Applicant
send cover letter and resume with three up to date references to Head Coach Skyler- [email protected]
Contact Information
phone: 3036694338
