Assistant Swim Team Coach

About the role

Join the Dundee Dolphins Swim Team as an Assistant Swim Coach, supporting the Head Coach in developing competitive swimmers and fostering a positive team environment in Carpentersville.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Head Coach in planning and conducting swim team practices, teaching strokes, starts, turns, and race strategies.
• Support swimmers during meets, handle scheduling, makeup sessions, and swim meet activities.
• Communicate with swimmers, parents, and staff about team expectations and activities.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized aquatic facility and assist in emergencies.

Required profile

• Experience participating in or coaching competitive swimming programs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to motivate swimmers of various ages and skill levels.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license and ability to swim 200 yards continuously, tread water for two minutes, and retrieve a 10‑lb brick from 12 ft depth.

Required skills

• Knowledge of competitive swimming strokes, techniques, starts, and turns.
• Current USA Swimming and/or ISI certifications (preferred).

What we offer

• Free pool pass to Dolphin Cove Aquatic Center and indoor pool.
• Free or discounted Park District programs, merchandise, and concessions.
• Access to the Credit Union.