Job Details: Job Location: Coatesville YMCA - Coatesville , PA, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $15.39 - $20.01Hourly, Job Category: Program/Youth Sports/Adult, Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure Assists in managing the implementation, development and delivery of the Competitive Swim program. Supports assigned staff and volunteers. Additional responsibilities include training of staff; curriculum development; and adhering to all regulatory and Association standards. The Age Group Swim Coach leads the Swim Team in providing a safe environment and provides leadership in expanding Swim Team programming.   Who Are We? The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2026 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for the third consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.     Perks & Benefits Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day) Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more! 12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire. Employee Assistance Program Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University Career development and paid training Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00   What You’ll Do Oversees and coaches age group (12 and Under – mini, level 3, level 2) programming.    Communicate with 12 and Under members and parents on a regular basis  Assists Director of Competitive Aquatics or Associate Head Coach  with building a season plan (including meets) and work with Director of Competitive Aquatics to implement  in maintaining team database and all 12 and Under meet entries  training of junior coaches and assistant coaches  administration duties such as account management  as to what events should be attended and season plans according  manage coaching schedules and vacation schedules, ensuring coverage at all times  in offering a year-round program that includes YMCA short course and long course options as well as a competitive summer league.  assist in recruitment and retention of program participants.  develop and oversee the practice schedule of all levels, attend all meets and support the entire competitive program.  Facilitates summer swim program   Manages and organize participation, registration and logistics of swimmers at dual meets.   Creates home swim meets, meet manager duties, as well as team entries  Creates and organizes volunteers for events and being point of contact for volunteer communication for our dual meets  Teaches and instructs participants through use of an appropriate curriculum that addresses the skill levels of all participants and assures the program is inclusive and welcoming for all.   Coordinates vacation outside of the competitive season responsibilities.   Assists with annual campaign activities.     Qualifications: What You'll Need Must be 21 years of age or older  Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience preferred   Competitive Swimming Experience for a minimum of 4 years preferred   Current Lifeguard certifications or obtain certification within 30 days of hire  Must have at least 2 years of coaching experience with swimmers of all ages   Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.  YMCA and USA swimming coaches’ credential or obtain certification within 30 days of hire  Ability to demonstrate all swim strokes   Ability to direct programs through supervision of volunteers and staff required   Must be fluent in spoken and written English   Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire  Display a positive and professional attitude and possess strong interpersonal skills    Work Conditions and Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.  Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.   Detailed definitions of each action are available upon request.   Demands may be subject to possible modification upon request to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities as reviewed and approved by the human resources department.  Why You Need To Apply Not meeting every single requirement? That’s perfectly okay! Research shows that women and marginalized groups are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. If you’re excited about this role, don’t let a few mismatches in your experience hold you back. We want to see your application! You could be exactly what we’re looking for!