Assistant Swim Coach - Boise Y Swim Team - Downtown Boise YMCA

Job Details Base Pay $13.95 - $17.44 / Hour Job Category Aquatics Employee Type Part Time - Non Exempt Description Our Boise YMCA Swim Team is seeking qualified Assistant Swim Coaches to join the team! This position is responsible for managing and developing swimming skills enhancement programs within the Boise YMCA Swim Team program. Whether it’s just for recreation, learning to swim, or serious competition, the Y offers safe, healthy aquatics activities for kids of all ages and abilities. Schedule This is a part‑time position averaging 8‑15 hours weekly. Schedule requirements are 3:45pm‑6:45pm for 2‑4 days per week. Pay is $13.95‑$17.44 depending on experience. Responsibilities Build relationships with youth and parents by encouraging participants with honest, direct, and appropriate feedback using the Y voice attributes. Create a safe environment for participants through appropriate class control, by role modeling safe behaviors, maintaining a clutter‑free deck, and being on time and ready to respond quickly and appropriately. Implement the established curriculum that helps youth achieve the five Cause Measurement goals. Adapt lessons as necessary to help kids succeed. Utilize Y resources and best practices from other instructors to develop this skill. Engage in intentional conversation with students and parents regarding swimmer progression, retention, and placement using the Y voice attributes and an appropriate level of discretion. Build specific workouts for individuals or groups based on initial skills assessment and ongoing evaluation. Attend practices and swim meets, as assigned, and provide on‑site coaching. Actively listen to participants, make suggestions, and follow up to help ensure participants’ skill enhancement goals are met. Qualifications Age – Must be 16 years of age or older (certification or licensure requirements) Must be able to differentiate between colors (red, yellow, blue and green). Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome. Ability to respond calmly and quickly to safety and emergency situations. Must have good interpersonal and communications skills and be sensitive, adaptable, professional, and articulate when dealing with others. Required Licensure And/Or Certifications CPR/AED Certification – Prerequisite of hire or 14‑day compliance period. Coaches Safety – Prerequisite of hire or 14‑day compliance period. Certification attesting Safe Sports Training completion within 14‑days of hire. Welcoming and Inclusion At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people–regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital