PSL is seeking individuals with swim coach or swim instruction experience to join our coaching staff!
Practices are 4:00-7:00pm, Mon-Fri at Jean E. Brink Pool at Oceana High School, Pacifica, a quick commute from the city and most of the northern peninsula.
To inquire about opportunities or to apply, contact Head Coach Gaku Ito <[email protected]>
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT AVAILABLE POSITIONS
BASIC FUNCTIONS & QUALIFICATIONS - ASSISTANT COACH
- Assist the Head Coach with teaching PSL swimmers proper stroke development, and technique fundamentals
- Lead tiered group of swimmers during practice
- Have a passion for coaching and working with youth athletes of varying levels
- Assist with PSL activities such as: Fundraisers, special events, home and away meets.
- Substitute for other coaches as needed
- Ensure the safety of all swimmers by enforcing proper conduct during practices and swim meets
REQUIREMENTS
- Membership with USA Swimming
- Background check prior to hiring
- Complete “Athlete Protection Training”
- American Red Cross CPR, First Aid, Safety Training for Swim Coaches, Concussion Protocol Training
- Prior experience working with youth swimmers (e.g. Assistant coach, Swim instructor, or other related experience)
- Sound technical understanding of swimming - believes in a process for swimmer development, committed to curriculum development.
- High level of integrity paired with a favorable reputation in the swimming community.
- Maintain professional conduct at all times
- Demonstrated self-awareness – recognizing emotions, strengths, challenges, drive, values, and goals; with an empathetic and highly relational skill set.
- Self-motivated and holds self and others to high standards, fosters a culture of accountability that rewards success and mentors for improvement.
- Highly collaborative and committed to a team atmosphere rather than individual achievement.
- Innovative and brings new ideas to transform and grow the club..
- Strong oral communication skills, ability to work with a diverse staff population
Key Performance/Evaluation Factors
- Annual performance evaluation by head coach and board
- Evaluations by athletes/athlete families
- Roster growth and athlete performance improvement and advancement
Direct Supervisor: Pacifica Sea Lions Head Coach
Key relationships
- City of Pacifica Parks, Beaches, and Recreation department leadership, especially aquatics coordinator.
- Pacifica Sea Lions Board of Directors.
Compensation: Competitive wages based on experience.
Work Schedule: Part-time position. Schedule will vary based upon season and business needs. The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.