Assistant Swim Coach

Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure

The YMCA is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Swim Coach to deliver a high-quality, safe, and competitive swim team program for all swimming levels. 

Who Are We?

The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2025 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for a second consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.  

Perks & Benefits

• Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
• Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
• Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
• 12% employer contribution to retirement savings and optional 403B retirement savings plan.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
• Career development and paid training
• Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00

What You’ll Do

• Creates and conducts swim practices as assigned by the supervisor.   
• Assists other coaching staff in supporting practices, meets and other team activities, keeping the program goals in mind. 
• May maintain records as required (attendance, progress reports, etc.)  
• Actively promotes YMCA Character Development and Core Values. 
• Presents a professional image at all times. 
• Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.  
• Performs other related duties as assigned.  

What You'll Need

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Competitive swimming experience or swim instruction experience highly preferred 
• Must be able to demonstrate swim stroke techniques 
• Obtain and maintain all new hires certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire 
• Any additional certifications as required by the YMCA or USA Swimming 

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard. Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility. Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness. See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility. 

Why You Need To Apply

Not meeting every single requirement? That’s perfectly okay! Research shows that women and marginalized groups are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. If you’re excited about this role, don’t let a few mismatches in your experience hold you back. We want to see your application! You could be exactly what we’re looking for!