Cerritos Aquatic Club Asst. Head Coach

Position Title: Assistant Head Coach

Organization: Cerritos Aquatic Club

Location: Cerritos, California

About Us: Cerritos Aquatic Club (CAC) is a competitive swimming program dedicated to providing high-quality coaching and training to swimmers of all ages and skill levels. With a roster of approximately 120 kids aged 5-18, we strive to foster a supportive and challenging environment where athletes can reach their full potential.

Position Overview: CAC is seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Head Coach to join our coaching staff. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of coaching experience, preferably in a competitive swimming environment, and hold ASCA certification. This role will involve assisting the Head Coach in all aspects of team management, training, and development.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Head Coach to plan and execute training programs for swimmers across all age groups and skill levels.
• Lead and supervise swim practices, providing technical instruction and feedback to athletes to improve performance.
• Assist in the development and implementation of seasonal training plans, meet schedules, and competition strategies.
• Mentor and motivate swimmers to set and achieve personal goals, both in and out of the pool.
• Communicate regularly with swimmers, parents, and coaching staff to ensure clarity and alignment on team objectives and expectations.
• Attend and support swim meets, including some weekends, to provide coaching and encouragement to athletes during competition.
• Assist with administrative tasks as needed, including meet entries, team communications, and equipment management.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of coaching experience in competitive swimming.
• ASCA Level 2 certification or higher preferred.
• Strong knowledge of swimming techniques, training methodologies, and competition strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with swimmers of all ages and their parents.
• Passionate about fostering a positive and inclusive team culture that promotes sportsmanship, dedication, and personal growth.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required, with a typical workload of 20-25 hours per week.

Compensation:

• Hourly rate: $30-$40 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Approximately 20-25 hours per week, with some weekends required.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their coaching experience, qualifications, and why they are interested in joining Cerritos Aquatic Club. Applications can be emailed to Oscar Castellanos at orc2787@gmail.com with the subject line "Assistant Head Coach Application."

Application Deadline: [Insert deadline]

CAC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Top of Form