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Assistant Swim Team Coach | White Bear Area YMCA | $16.50 per hour At a Glance: We are seeking an Assistant Swim Team Coach ages 18 + and older who are passionate about developing swimmers' skills ...

The YMCA is seeking an Assistant Swim Team Coach ages 18+ to help swimmers improve, build confidence, and succeed in and out of the pool. We are looking for an additional coach for our Novice swim ...

Description The YMCA is seeking an Assistant Swim Team Coach ages 18+ to help swimmers improve, build confidence, and succeed in and out of the pool. We are looking for an additional coach for our ...

Description The Shoreview YMCA is seeking Assistant Swim Team Coach ages 18+ to help swimmers improve, build confidence, and succeed in and out of the pool. The salary for this position starts at $16 ...

The Shoreview YMCA is seeking Assistant Swim Team Coach ages 18+ to help swimmers improve, build confidence, and succeed in and out of the pool. The salary for this position starts at $16.50 hourly.

Position Summary As an Aquatics Assistant Swim Team Coach, you must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will help our Swim Team members improve their swimming in our state-of-the-art ...

Position Summary As an Aquatics Assistant Swim Team Coach, you must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will help our Swim Team members improve their swimming in our state-of-the-art ...

Job Summary The Swim Coach is responsible for supporting the development and training of the club ... Additional Duties • Due to the dynamic nature of the club, employees are expected to assist ...

Swim Coach

Medina, MN · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

Job Summary The Swim Coach is responsible for supporting the development and training of the club ... Additional Duties • Due to the dynamic nature of the club, employees are expected to assist ...

Job Summary The Swim Coach is responsible for supporting the development and training of the club ... Attend swimming meets and warm-up sessions as scheduled. Assist in the setup of the pool for ...

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How much do graduate assistant swim coach jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for graduate assistant swim coach in Minnesota is $16.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.17 and $19.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a graduate assistant swim coach?

Graduate Assistant Swim Coaches are individuals who assist the head swim coach with coaching duties while pursuing a graduate degree. They help plan and conduct practices, mentor student-athletes, and handle administrative tasks such as recruiting, scheduling, and compliance. This role offers hands-on coaching experience and often includes a tuition waiver or stipend, making it an excellent opportunity for those interested in a coaching career. Graduate assistants balance their athletic responsibilities with their academic coursework, gaining valuable skills in both areas.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a graduate assistant swim coach?

To thrive as a Graduate Assistant Swim Coach, you need a background in competitive swimming, a bachelor's degree (often with enrollment in a graduate program), and a strong understanding of coaching fundamentals. Familiarity with swim timing systems, video analysis software, and lifeguard or CPR certifications is typically required. Leadership, effective communication, and motivational skills help foster athlete development and team cohesion. These skills are essential for delivering effective coaching, ensuring safety, and supporting the overall success of the swim program.

What are some common challenges faced by graduate assistant swim coaches when balancing coaching responsibilities with academic commitments?

Graduate Assistant Swim Coaches often juggle a demanding schedule, balancing their coaching duties—such as planning practices, mentoring athletes, and attending meets—with their own graduate coursework. Time management is crucial, as both roles require significant dedication and flexibility, especially during peak swim seasons. It's important to communicate proactively with both academic advisors and the head coach to manage expectations and avoid conflicts. Many programs offer support systems and structured schedules to help graduate assistants thrive in both areas.

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Infographic showing various Graduate Assistant Swim Coach job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, and 67% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $35,143 per year, or $16.9 per hour.

Assistant Swim Team Coach

White Bear Lake, MN • On-site


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Assistant Swim Team Coach | White Bear Area YMCA | $16.50 per hour

At a Glance:
We are seeking an Assistant Swim Team Coach ages 18 + and older who are passionate about developing swimmers' skills, build confidence, and achieve success both in and out of the pool. You will provide swim team instruction under the direction of the Head Swim Coach, offer feedback and coaching during practices and swim meets, and gain hands-on experience.
Pay:

The salary for this position starts at $16.50 hourly. We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes a wide range of other benefits and earned time off that vary depending on part-time or full-time status.

1. Job Summary:

The Assistant Swim Team Coach is responsible for providing swim team instruction to program participants. The incumbent provides feedback and direction to individual swimmers during swim practice and swim meets. The incumbent provides high level of customer service and ensures a safe and positive program environment.

2. Essential Functions:

Provide swim team coaching instruction to individual participants of various ages and who possess differing levels of ability under the direction of the Head Swim Coach.

Maintain constant observation of program participants, watch for swimmers needing assistance, and aid swimmers when necessary to ensure positive learning environment.

May develop weekly workout plans for practice groups which ensure efficient programing.

Serve as first level contact responding and documenting incidents which may occur.

Provide quality customer service to members, volunteers, and participants.

3. Relationships:

This position reports to the Aquatics Director. The incumbent interacts regularly with staff, participants, members, and volunteers. The position regularly interacts with children, youths, and adults.


4. Qualifications:

Required

Minimum age of 18

Certifications required within 30 days of hire: BLS/CPR + AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Principles and Practice of Swimming and Diving, American Red Cross Safety Training for Swim Coaches

Ability to hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere in the zone of responsibility, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Ability to see and observe all sections of an assigned zone of responsibility, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Good organization skills

Ability to manage and deliver programs to a diverse population.

Ability to serve as a positive role model and provide constructive feedback

Preferred

One (1) year experience in a YMCA setting.

Minimum of six (6) months of experience interacting or coaching a swim team.

5. Work Conditions:

Must remain in the pool area at all times.

Ability to support child or adult body weight in the water.

Must be able to remain alert with no lapses of consciousness in a warm environment with air temperatures of 80 degrees or higher.

Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in hazardous/dangerous situations.

Communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.

Perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds at a time in a warm pool environment.

Ability to travel locally to visit branch sites, attend meetings and training.

6. Additional Notes:

This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from Branch management staff and the Product Management team or their representatives in performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association's success.


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