Age Group Competitive Swim Coach - YMCA of the North Shore

Job Details

Level: ExperiencedJob Location: Ipswich Family YMCA - Ipswich, MA 01938Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $20.00 - $24.00 HourlyJob Shift: Varied

Are you ready to take your competitive swim experience to the next level?
Do you have a passion for leading others and making a lasting impact on young athletes? If so, this could be the opportunity for you!

The YMCA of the North Shore is seeking a dedicated Age-Group Swim Coach to guide and inspire the next generation of competitive swimmers. Our SHARKS Swim Team is a YMCA/USA Swim program located just north of Boston, operating across four sites with more than 300 swimmers ages 5–18..

In this role, you will:

• Develop and lead age-appropriate workouts that emphasize technique, endurance, stroke development, and drills.

• Conduct structured practices that prepare athletes for competition while fostering teamwork, confidence, and sportsmanship.

• Track attendance, maintain detailed training plans, and monitor swimmer progression.

• Build meaningful relationships with swimmers, families, and volunteers to create a supportive team environment.

What we’re looking for:
You are a motivated, energetic leader who thrives on helping young athletes reach their full potential. You have a genuine interest in people, a strong work ethic, and a passion for mentoring youth while upholding the YMCA’s core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Join us and be part of a community that values excellence, teamwork, and personal growth—both in and out of the pool.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Competitive Swimmer an or Coach
• Demonstrable knowledge of  swimmer development and stroke technique
• Certifications from USA Swimming or YMCA Swimming are required as part of the hiring process
• Opportunities exist in 3 Locations

 

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, disability, veteran's status, or sexual orientation.