YST-Head Age Group Coach

YST Head Age Group Coach Job Description

Head Age Group Requirements:

• Advise and assist YST Head Coach in making recommendations concerning professional development workshops, seminars, and conventions
• Advise and assist YST Head Coach in the development of an annual meet schedule
• Advise and assist YST Head Coach on the implementation of the team strategic plan
• Advise and assist YST Head Coach in the implementation of an annual business and marketing plan to achieve the goals outlined in the strategic plan and to attain higher levels of achievement in the USA Swimming club recognition program
• Advise and assist YST Head Coach in the development of a comprehensive competitive swim program that enhances the team and builds self-esteem and character in all YST swimmers
• Advise and assist YST Head Coach in informing members about training standards, schedules, competitions, matches, and other team functions 
• Advise and assist YST Head Coach in the coordinating and scheduling of YST coaches at all YST endorsed USA Swimming meets at which YST is competing

General Requirements:

• Head Age Group Coaches should be minimum ASCA Level 2 certified.
• Coaches are to dress and act professional anytime they are representing YST
• Swim meet attire: collared shirt with slacks, black jeans, khakis. No yoga pants/leggings, gym shorts, blue jeans, short shorts, gym shorts, sweatpants. If you are unsure, ask head coach
• Practice attire: Team shirt. No unsuitable attire ex: political, religious, vulgar, sexual
• If a parent, athlete, or possible new member comes on the deck, direct them to the head coach
• Communication with the head coach about any days being missed. 2 weeks notice for vacation and 2 hours prior to start of practice for day of illness or issues (failure of this will result as “no call/no show”)
• Coaches are responsible for their certifications and keeping them up to date. If there's an issue, notify head coach
• As coaches it is our job to insure the athletes are learning and having fun
• As a coach we are not only coaching the athlete but the person. Ensure good manners, communication skills, time management, respectfulness, and responsibility 
• Coaches will not curse while representing YST
• Coaches should be fair and equal to all athletes

• YST coaches will conduct themselves in a professional manner that is consistent with the USA Swimming Code of Conduct of Non-Athletes and in accordance with standards set forth by the Head Coach.
• No coach, team representative, or athlete may use profanity or inappropriate gestures or remarks that are intended to defame or degrade others.
• YST coaches will not discriminate against any current or prospective YST member based on age, gender, gender identity, race, religion, or sexual preference
• YST coaches must have a membership in USA Swimming and successfully completed all required coaching courses (First Aid, CPR, Safety Training, Foundations of Coaching, Background Check, etc.)
• Providing an outline detailing age-group performance and group progression toward standards bi-annually (short-course season, long-course season)
• Assuring that accurate daily attendance records for each age group are maintained and submitted 
• Participation in parent meetings as directed by the YST Head Coach
• At the direction of the YST Head Coach, participating and promoting all YST activities including, but not limited to, meets, family fun nights, annual awards banquet, fundraising events, public relations with the community, and any other events
• All YST coaches will be evaluated by the YST Head Coach bi-annually

Salary

• Will be dependent on the coach's experience.