Join the Jewish Community Center of Louisville as a Recreational Swim Coach and immerse yourself in a vibrant, community-centered aquatics program dedicated to youth development, safety, and excellence. This onsite role provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families by fostering confidence, skill development, and a lifelong love of swimming.

As a Recreational Swim Coach, you will lead and inspire swimmers ages 4-18 in a fun, inclusive, and energetic team environment. You'll experience the excitement of preparing athletes for Louisville Swim Association (LSA) Division 3 competition during the summer season, while also guiding skill-building clinics and exhibition meets in the fall and spring.

This position is perfect for someone passionate about coaching, mentorship, and positive youth experiences. You will play a vital role in creating a supportive team culture grounded in sportsmanship, integrity, and encouragement-finding fulfillment in every practice, meet, and swimmer milestone as you contribute to the mission of the JCC.

Key Responsibilities

Coaching & Athlete Development

• Plan and lead age-appropriate swim practices for athletes ages 4-18
• Teach and refine all four competitive strokes, starts, turns, and finishes
• Adapt instruction to meet the needs of beginner, intermediate, and advanced swimmers
• Promote water safety alongside skill progression
• Provide constructive feedback to support individual improvement

Team & Program Management

• Develop seasonal practice plans for summer, fall, and spring sessions
• Assist in organizing and running clinics and exhibition meets
• Maintain attendance, group organization, and swimmer evaluations
• Ensure a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for all participants

Competition & Meet Responsibilities

• Prepare swimmers for LSA Division 3 competition during the summer season
• Attend and actively coach at swim meets
• Communicate meet expectations and results to swimmers and families

Communication & Engagement

• Maintain clear, consistent communication with parents, swimmers, and leadership
• Support team culture through encouragement, accountability, and sportsmanship
• Collaborate with aquatics staff and leadership to support program goals

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce all pool safety rules and emergency procedures
• Ensure proper supervision ratios and risk management during all activities

Qualifications & Requirements

• Required: Prior swim team experience (competitive swimming background)
• Previous coaching or instructional experience with youth preferred
• Ability to work with a wide age and skill range (ages 4-18)
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Energetic, patient, and positive coaching approach
• Knowledge of competitive swimming rules and techniques
• Availability for summer season meets and practices, plus fall and spring sessions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience coaching within a recreational or developmental swim program
• Familiarity with Louisville Swim Association (LSA) or similar league structures

Work Environment

• Outdoor and indoor pool environments
• Evening availability required, especially during meets
• Seasonal peaks during summer competition months