Swim Coach - #1165009

Key accountability (Main purpose of this job):

This role acts as a PE swim instructor, swim team coach, and program assistant working within the Aquatics program, including PE, ECA and Swim Team, to implement all instructional aspects.

Responsibilities (Key areas of Responsibilities):

• Work closely with the Head of Aquatics to implement all curricular PE Swim Programs, Swim Team and Staff/Student Development opportunities in all aspects of swimming, first aid and lifesaving.

• Ensure all swim team practices are conducted in a safe and friendly environment, and assume a coaching role as defined by the Head of Aquatics.

• Administer and assist in conducting swimming meets with the Aquatics department, including set-up, communication meet manager and necessary planning.

• Be available for in-service training for faculty, swimming instructors/aides, and lifeguards when necessary.

• Work in Holiday Swim Camps and Summer Camps.

• Work closely with the Head of Aquatics and Swim Coach in other areas where necessary.

Duties for School Holidays and Summer Breaks:

• Assist to organise, plan and teach Learn-to-swim and squad programs.

• Maintain inventory and ensure good housekeeping, including safekeeping of equipment and general upkeep and tidiness) of the pool area are in place.

• Supervise pool usage and other users and coaches.

• Act as the Summer camp swim coach and coordinator.

• Other administrative duties where necessary.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an aquatics teaching environment.

• Must have:

• Valid Aquatics Programming Certification

• Valid Water Safety Instructor Certification from home country or place of record

• Valid Standard First Aid Certification or equivalent

• Valid Lifeguard Certification

• Competitive swim team coaching and/or experience

• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal, management and leadership skills.