Swim Team Coach

The Stevens Point Area YMCA Swim Team (SPDY) is looking for passionate and dedicated Swim Team Coaches to join our team. SPDY swimmers range in age from 5 to 18 years, and you will be responsible for coaching your assigned age group. This includes planning practice sessions, offering on-deck coaching, demonstrating strokes in the water, and facilitating dry land training as needed. Coaches will also support the administrative side of the program by assisting with team meetings, activities, and swim meets.

At SPDY, youth development is our core value—while skill development is important, fostering a positive, growth-oriented experience for our swimmers is what truly matters. Your success as a coach will be measured not just by how well swimmers perform, but by the relationships you build with both the athletes and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and lead effective swim practices for your assigned age group
• Demonstrate strokes in the water and provide hands-on coaching
• Manage dry land training as needed
• Attend team meetings and assist with swim meets and other team activities
• Build strong relationships with swimmers and parents to support both skill growth and personal development
• Foster a positive, supportive team environment focused on youth development, not just competition

Primary Qualifications:

Skills:

• Strong background in swimming, with prior coaching or teaching experience preferred
• Knowledge of the four basic swim strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly)
• Excellent leadership, teaching, and communication skills
• Ability to adapt coaching methods to different skill levels and ages

Competencies:

• Passion for the sport of swimming and a desire to inspire youth
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and patient demeanor
• Strong multi-tasking and time-management abilities
• Clear communication skills, especially in noisy environments
• Commitment to the YMCA core values of respect, responsibility, honesty, and caring

Certifications:

CPR/AED/First Aid certification required within 60 days of hire

Age:

Minimum age of 15

Schedule:

2+ hours per day, 2+ days per week

Weekdays, starting at 4:15 PM

Approximately 4 weekends per season for swim meets

Wage:

Starting at $12.20 per hour

Includes a fully paid YMCA adult membership

Why Work at the YMCA?
At the Y, we’re all about youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Employees often describe working at the Y as “family-friendly,” “supportive,” “welcoming,” “fast-paced,” and “meaningful.” The YMCA isn’t just a place to work—it’s a cause. If you’re passionate about making a difference in your community and working with youth in a fun, dynamic environment, the Y is the place for you.

Location:
We’re conveniently located near downtown Stevens Point, UW-Stevens Point, and Mid-State Technical College.

How to Apply:

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