Schnitzer Family Campus - Mittleman Jewish Community Center & Portland Jewish Academy
Assistant Swim Coach (Pre-comp)
Portland, OR - Part Time
The MJCC is open to everyone!
Join the MJCC Stingrays coaching staff! We offer a variety of swim team programs to swimmers aged 5-80+. Our pre-competitive group practices October-May, preparing younger and less experienced swimmers to move up to our USA Swimming team. Our philosophy is that youth sports are about building relationships and creating community just as much as they are about going fast or winning, and our team almost always has a waitlist. We believe that all children deserve a place in sports regardless of their personal identity, background, or perceived talent, and we are looking for an assistant coach who supports that philosophy.
WAGE
$21-$21.75/hr, DOE
SCHEDULE
Part-time; 4:45 to 5:30 p.m. M-Th October through May; occasional weekend hours available for USA-S coaches. Additional hours may be available as a swim instructor or as a lifeguard for those with an American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
Limited paid training can start upon hire. Regular hours begin October 6.
We provide a welcoming, team environment and the chance to get to know and assist a diverse range of swimmers and staff. Free membership and program discounts are included for every employee and we encourage all our staff to enjoy our comprehensive facilities and programming.
Our facilities include:
JOB SUMMARY
The Assistant Swim Coach for Junior Rays is responsible for the direct training and development of swimmers on the Junior Rays pre-competitive swim group. Under the supervision of the Head Coach but exercising their own initiative, the Junior Rays coach trains program participants with the goal of advancing them to the competitive team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
(These examples represent the essential functions of the position. They are not, however, inclusive of all duties the position may perform.)
Required:
All duties are performed in a warm, humid pool environment that can be noisy and filled with people. Duties require strong ability to remain alert and watchful. Duties require the ability to move around the pool deck as needed to effectively coach program participants, as well as the ability to sit and stand for long periods. Visual acuity within normal range and the ability to speak clearly and loudly are also required. Duties require the ability to push, pull, lift, or drag up to 50 lbs (or more, in the case of a rescue), either individually or with assistance.
The MJCC and its affiliated programs welcome all children, families, and staff regardless of their religious affiliation. The MJCC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity.
Join the MJCC Stingrays coaching staff! We offer a variety of swim team programs to swimmers aged 5-80+. Our pre-competitive group practices October-May, preparing younger and less experienced swimmers to move up to our USA Swimming team. Our philosophy is that youth sports are about building relationships and creating community just as much as they are about going fast or winning, and our team almost always has a waitlist. We believe that all children deserve a place in sports regardless of their personal identity, background, or perceived talent, and we are looking for an assistant coach who supports that philosophy.
WAGE
$21-$21.75/hr, DOE
SCHEDULE
Part-time; 4:45 to 5:30 p.m. M-Th October through May; occasional weekend hours available for USA-S coaches. Additional hours may be available as a swim instructor or as a lifeguard for those with an American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
Limited paid training can start upon hire. Regular hours begin October 6.
We provide a welcoming, team environment and the chance to get to know and assist a diverse range of swimmers and staff. Free membership and program discounts are included for every employee and we encourage all our staff to enjoy our comprehensive facilities and programming.
Our facilities include:
- 25-yard, 6-lane lap pool and 20'x40' warm water pool
- Hot tubs, saunas, and steam rooms
- Full-size gymnasium with basketball courts and drop-in sports opportunities
- Fully-equipped fitness center
- Indoor sportsplex with soccer field and leagues
- Easily accessible on public transit via Trimet bus stops 965 and 966
JOB SUMMARY
The Assistant Swim Coach for Junior Rays is responsible for the direct training and development of swimmers on the Junior Rays pre-competitive swim group. Under the supervision of the Head Coach but exercising their own initiative, the Junior Rays coach trains program participants with the goal of advancing them to the competitive team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
(These examples represent the essential functions of the position. They are not, however, inclusive of all duties the position may perform.)
- Write and lead effective group workouts to advance swimmer knowledge and skills.
- Use knowledge of competitive swimming including exercise anatomy and physiology, applied anatomy, physical conditioning specific to swimming, aquatic training equipment, and aquatic environment physical laws to help swimmers progress towards their goals.
- Provide assistance and support to the Head Coach in coordinating team logistics.
- Maintain timely, consistent, and effective communication with the Head Coach, swimmers, and parents.
- Promote the growth of the team by creating a healthy, fun, and educational environment for swimmers and their families.
- Arrive on time and prepared to work for all practices and team events.
Required:
- At least 6 months’ prior experience coaching competitive or pre-competitive swimming or teaching upper-level swim lessons (stroke development levels).
- Prior experience working with elementary-aged children.
- Willing and able to work full schedule outlined above, October-May, including during school breaks.
- Current Adult & Pediatric CPR/AED certification.
- Able to pass a criminal background check.
- Applicants must be age 18 or older.
- Prior experience coaching age group competitive swimming (USA Swimming, YMCA, AAU, etc).
- Current USA Swimming coaching credentials.
- ASCA Level 2 certification.
- Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification.
All duties are performed in a warm, humid pool environment that can be noisy and filled with people. Duties require strong ability to remain alert and watchful. Duties require the ability to move around the pool deck as needed to effectively coach program participants, as well as the ability to sit and stand for long periods. Visual acuity within normal range and the ability to speak clearly and loudly are also required. Duties require the ability to push, pull, lift, or drag up to 50 lbs (or more, in the case of a rescue), either individually or with assistance.
The MJCC and its affiliated programs welcome all children, families, and staff regardless of their religious affiliation. The MJCC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity.
