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Cliff Drysdale

Head Swim Coach

Alpharetta, GA

Head Swim Coach at Racket Social Club at Windward Lake Racket Social Club at Windward Lake is hiring a Head Swim Coach for the upcoming season! We're seeking energetic, positive, and teamoriented ...

Life Time

Head Swim Coach

Lakewood Ranch, FL

Position Summary As the Aquatics Head 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 ...

Cliff Drysdale

Head Swim Coach

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

Head Swim Coach at Racket Social Club at Windward Lake Racket Social Club at Windward Lake is hiring a Head Swim Coach for the upcoming season! We're seeking energetic, positive, and team-oriented ...

Helena Public Schools

Head Swim Coach

Helena, MT · On-site

All High Schools Head Swim Coach - Capital and Helena High School Helena School District # 1 is accepting applications for a Head Swim Coach To become part of this team, you need: * Seek growth as a ...

Helena Public Schools

Head Swim Coach

Helena, MT

Head Swim Coach - Capital and Helena High School Helena School District # 1 is accepting applications for a Head Swim Coach To become part of this team, you need: * Seek growth as a coach/advisor by ...

Life Time

Head Swim Coach

Centreville, MD · On-site

$19.50/hr

Position Summary As the Aquatics Head 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 ...

Life Time, Inc.

Head Swim Coach

Centreville, VA · On-site

$19.50/hr

Position Summary As the Aquatics Head 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 ...

Life Time

Head Swim Coach

Castle Pines, CO

$17.75/hr

Position Summary As the Aquatics Head 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 ...

THE ARENA CLUB

ASSISTANT SWIM COACH

Bel Air, MD

$15 - $17.50/hr

Under the direction of the head swim coach, the assistant coach will be developing swimmers of all ability levels to reach their fullest potential by providing swim instruction in a safe and positive ...

Northcentral Florida

Head Swim Coach

Sarasota, FL · On-site

We are seeking a Head Swim Coach who can build a program, recruit exceptional talent, and establish a culture of performance and accountability from day one. The Role The Head Swim Coach leads all ...

YMCA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA

Head Swim Coach

Englewood, FL · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

This role oversees all aspects of the competitive swim program including athlete development, coaching sta leadership, program operations, and meet management. The Head Coach will foster positive ...

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How much do head swim coach jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for head swim coach in the United States is $21.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Head Swim Coach, and why are they important?

To succeed as a Head Swim Coach, you need expertise in swim technique, training program design, and team leadership, usually backed by coaching certifications such as USA Swimming Coach membership. Familiarity with timing systems, video analysis tools, and aquatic safety protocols is also important. Strong communication, motivational ability, and organizational skills help foster athlete development and manage team operations. These competencies are crucial for ensuring athlete safety, driving team performance, and building a positive competitive environment.

What does a Head Swim Coach do?

A Head Swim Coach is responsible for overseeing a swim team’s training program, managing assistant coaches, and developing swimmers' skills and performance. They design and implement practice sessions, create meet lineups, and provide feedback to athletes. Additionally, Head Swim Coaches often handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, and communicating with athletes, parents, and club officials. Their main goal is to foster a positive and competitive environment that helps swimmers reach their full potential.

How does a Head Swim Coach typically balance administrative duties with on-deck coaching responsibilities?

Head Swim Coaches often juggle a mix of tasks, including planning workouts, leading practices, managing assistant coaches, and handling administrative work such as scheduling meets, communicating with parents, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Effective time management and delegation are key, as coaches must prioritize athlete development while also keeping the program organized. Many coaches set aside specific times for paperwork and team planning so that their focus during practices remains on coaching and athlete interaction. Building strong support from assistant coaches and leveraging team management software can also help streamline these dual responsibilities.

What is the difference between Head Swim Coach vs Assistant Swim Coach?

AspectHead Swim CoachAssistant Swim Coach
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, Lifeguard, coaching certificationsSame as Head Coach or similar coaching certifications
Work EnvironmentLead team, develop training plans, oversee practices and meetsAssist with practices, support head coach, focus on skill development
ResponsibilitiesTeam strategy, recruitment, meet planningSupport coaching, individual athlete development

The Head Swim Coach is responsible for leading the team, creating training programs, and managing meets, while the Assistant Swim Coach supports these efforts by assisting in practices and athlete development. Both roles require similar certifications and work in the same aquatic sports environment, but the Head Coach holds greater leadership and strategic responsibilities.

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Head Swim Coach

Head Swim Coach

Cliff Drysdale

Alpharetta, GA

Part-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Now Hiring: Head Swim Coach at Racket Social Club at Windward Lake

Racket Social Club at Windward Lake is hiring a Head Swim Coach for the upcoming season! We’re seeking energetic, positive, and teamoriented individuals who are passionate about teaching and developing swimmers of all ages and skill levels.

General Purpose:
Organizing and coaching daily swim practices and meets.
 
Essential Duties:
  • Supervises and observes swimmers at all times to ensure their safety.
  • Plan swim practices daily and organizes a season plan for the swim team.
  • Assists in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by department manager.
  • Coaches practices as directed by the Aquatics Director.
  • Enforces the rules of conduct.
  • Communicated with parents and swimmers regarding progress and improvement.
  • Organize and support scheduling of lessons and billing with management.
  • Attend swim meets at home (club) and away (off-site) pools.
  • Maintains all necessary records determined by the department manager.
  • Communicates with parents regarding practices, events, and team updates.
  • Regular and reliable attendance.
  • Performs other duties as required.
Education/Experience:
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); two to four years of experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • CPR, First Aid and Lifeguard Certification, Water Safety or USA Swim Coach Certifications.
Physical Demands:
  • Frequently uses hands, talks and hears.
  • Regularly stands and sits.
  • Occasionally walks, reaches with hands and arms, climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls, tastes or smells.
  • Occasionally lifts up to 50 pounds.
Environment/Noise:
  • Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions.
  • Occasionally works in wet or humid conditions (non-weather); near fumes or airborne particles, and near toxic or caustic chemicals.
  • Noise level is moderate.
    Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Preferences:
    • Ability to read and speak English may be required in order to perform the duties of the job (e.g. the associates may be required to communicate with English speaking customers or co-workers, the manuals for the equipment the associates may use are in English).
    • Previous swim instruction experience preferred.

    This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an associate in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.

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