Part-Time Assistant Coach

Company Description
Ridgefield Aquatic Club (RAC) is a private, nonprofit, year-round USA Swimming club in Ridgefield, Connecticut. RAC serves swimmers from pre-competitive development through national-level training. Our coaching approach emphasizes long-term athlete development, technical excellence, character, confidence, inclusion and a positive team experience.

Job Description
RAC is seeking a dependable and enthusiastic Part-Time Assistant Coach to support assigned competitive and pre-competitive squads.

The coach will teach age-appropriate stroke mechanics, starts, turns, underwater skills, racing habits and training fundamentals. Responsibilities include coaching assigned practices, attending selected meets, managing athletes on deck, providing constructive feedback, assisting with attendance and swimmer evaluations and supporting tryouts, clinics and team events.

The successful candidate will maintain a safe, organized and positive training environment while following the direction of the Head Coach/CEO and designated squad lead.

Applicants should have previous swim-coaching, swim-instruction or competitive-swimming experience. Prior USA Swimming club-coaching experience is preferred. USA Swimming membership, background screening and required safety certifications must be completed before athlete contact.

Compensation and Benefits

• $22–$25 per hour
• Anticipated maximum of 80 hours per month
• Reimbursement for approved certifications and professional development
• Approved meet-travel and mileage reimbursement

Location
Ridgefield, Connecticut, United States
On-site position with travel to selected swim meets.

How to Apply
Email a resume and cover letter to Head Coach/CEO Emmanuel Lanzo at coachlanzo@gmail.com.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Qualified applicants will be invited to interview; in-person interviews are preferred.