Senior Swim Coach Los Angeles CA

Senior Swim Coach JOB DESCRIPTION: The Polar Bears are seeking a Lead Senior Coach. The Polar Bears are entering their 8th season. During this time we have grown into a top 500 team and have produced a variety of age group, sectional and future level athletes. We are looking for a coach who is eager and passionate about the sport. Someone who pushes our athletes to the very best version of themselves everyday while emphasizing the importance of the team for the individual and collective betterment of all. The group of seniors this coach will be leading, in conjunction with the head coach, is incredibly close and dedicated to their craft. They work diligently to improve themselves and those around them.

Mission Statement:

The mission of the Porter Valley Polar Bears is to teach swimmers technical skills as well as responsibility, hard work and sportsmanship. We teach our athletes how to balance academics and athletics to try and prepare them for the challenges of being a collegiate student-athlete. We believe the qualities, which are developed by our pursuits in the pool, translate to positive work habits in school and beyond to adult life.

Job Requirements

• 1 year of coaching experience
• Meet all USA Swimming certification & coaching requirements (CPR, Safety Training for Swim Coaches, USA Swimming Background Check, Athlete Protection, Lifeguard, First Aid, Concussion, etc.)
• College swimming background preferred

Responsibilities

• Deck/Coaching Time 18-25 Hours per Week
• Office 10-15  Hours Per week
• Assist in the setup of the pool for training sessions and competitions
• Plan and execute seasonal and yearly competition schedules for practice groups.
• Write and document workouts. This includes a dryland regiment partnered with the team’s strength training coach.
• Attend competitions
• Serve as a liaison with private and public facilities to ensure continued practice.
• Attend Coaches and Board Meetings
• Take part in team events/philanthropy. The senior athletes started a nonprofit/partnership with the Special Olympics of Los Angeles in 2021. Our Senior athletes play a direct role in coaching the Special Olympic athletes. The Senior coach will be involved in this program.

Benefits and Compensation

The Porter Valley Polar Bears offer a competitive salary package to commensurate with experience.

• Base pay of 70,000
• Medical, dental, and vision incurable
• Accruing Vacation Time
• Retirement Plan
• Workstation
• Gym and pool access
• Coaching education
• Language Courses to improve communication with international athletes.