Job Details: Job Location: Lakeview Fitness - Vernon Hills, IL, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $16.00 - $19.20Hourly, Job Shift: PM, SUMMARY The Swim Coach is responsible for performing a variety of duties to ensure the success of the Turtles Swim Team Program. SUPERVISION Reports To: Recreation Supervisor - Athletics & Aquatics ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS To coach practice in accordance with Turtles Swim Team philosophy. Reports on deck ready to work fifteen minutes prior to the start of practice. Creates and utilizes a lesson plan with direction from the Recreation Supervisor. Maintains professional manner at all times. Wears one-piece bathing suit underneath uniform while coaching. Communicates with athletes in a manner to which is understood by all athletes under your direction. Knowledge of all competitive strokes and the ability to get in the water and demonstrate strokes as needed. Answers questions and responds to concerns from parents and patrons before and after practice. Refers any problems or issues to Assistant or Head Coach. Assesses athletes' progress and abilities. Ensures all equipment used during practice and/or swim meets is put away and stored properly. Completes all necessary paperwork completely and on time, to include: attendance, progress reports, etc. Ensures that swimmers under coaches' care are respectful to all staff and members. Assumes responsibility for the safety of the swim team participants. Complies promptly with all requests and directions given by Assistant Coach, Head Coach, or Aquatics Supervisor. Respects the decisions and authority of supervisors. Ensures that all possible safety measures are observed, including the use of equipment and proper surveillance of program participants in accordance with Red Cross safety standards. Completes accident and incident report forms to be turned in to the Aquatic/Facility Supervisor. Attends required trainings and meetings. Performs maintenance duties when assigned. Performs related duties as required. Qualifications: Coaches must be at least 16 years of age, must demonstrate proper swimming technique or provide proof of competitive swim experience, and hold the following current certifications: CPR, First Aid, AED, and Red Cross Safety Training for Swim Coaches or the ability to obtain within 6 months.