Junior Swim Coach

Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure

Assists in managing the implementation, development, and delivery of the Competitive Swim program. Supports assigned staff and volunteers. Additional responsibilities include training of staff; curriculum development, and adhering to all regulatory and Association standards. The Age Group Swim Coach leads the Swim Team in providing a safe environment and provides leadership in expanding Swim Team programming.

Who Are We?

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.

Perks & Benefits

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings and optional 403B retirement savings plan.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
• Career development and paid training
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00

What You'll Do

• Overseeing and coach age group (12 and Under - mini, level 3, level 2) programming.

• Communicate with 12 and Under members and parents on a regular basis

• Assist the Director of Competitive Aquatics or Associate Head Coach with:

• building a season plan (including meets) and work with the Director of Competitive Aquatics in offering a year-round program that includes YMCA short course and long course options as well as a competitive summer league.

• recruitment and retention of program participants.

• developing and overseeing the practice schedule for 12 and Under swim team groups, attend all meets and support the entire competitive program.

• facilitating summer swim program

• managing and organizing participation, registration, and logistics of swimmers at dual meets.

• Teach and instruct participants through the use of an appropriate curriculum that addresses the skill levels of all participants and assures the program is inclusive and welcoming for all.

• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor