EMPLOYMENT

Swim Coaches

Job Summary 

We seek friendly, positive Swim Coaches to join our program. We coach swimmers of all levels, from first-time swimmers to competitive event swimmers. As a part of our instructor team, you will teach swimmers with a wide range of skills, experience, and circumstances. You help swimmers define and achieve their swimming goals, help athletes refine their strokes and cut times, and promote an inclusive atmosphere in which everyone feels welcome. Swim Team should be fun for all kids – athletes set their own goals with the coach so together they can work to achieve success. The most important thing is that swimmers enjoy their involvement with the team.

PLC is committed to providing a positive atmosphere that prioritizes safety and inclusivity for all employees. PLC has implemented safety standards and protocols related to preventative health measures based on CDC and local health department guidelines. 

Swim Coaches are paid ~$25/hr.

Responsibilities: 

• Be on time to all practices including arriving a few minutes early to set up beforehand and staying a few minutes afterward to put away and clean any equipment.

• Attend all practices

• Attend all meets, typically Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Prepare swim selection and competition sheets for all competing athletes.

• Create and conduct workouts

• Work with the Parent Representative(s) and Club Manager to schedule additional pool time or practices.

• Effectively teach strokes, starts, and turns

• Help athletes to develop and achieve their highest personal and athletic potentials

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as demonstrated ability to foster teamwork.

• Encourage and support athletes of all skill levels.

• Adhere to the Midlakes Swim Operating Plan (www.midlakesswimleague.org). 

• Attend Mandatory Coaches Meetings as required. 

• Promote the sport of swimming using encouragement, good sportsmanship, and fun.

• Attend Championship Meets. 

• Attend Year End Awards Banquet

• Develops positive relationships with participants and parents.

• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with policies. Completes related reports as required.

Qualifications:

• You are at least 15 years of age and have:

• American Red Cross (ARC) approved certification for: Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR/AED for the Lifeguard. Certification is good for 2 years.

• Swim instructor or coaching experience.

• Priority given to PLC members, PLC lifeguards, PLC swim instructors, & PLC swim team volunteers.

water polo Coaches

Job Summary:

Job Description 

The water polo coach oversees all practices, games, and related activities, ensures a focus on skills development for all age groups, and models positive sportsmanship and a passion for water polo.  Water polo coaches may be hired for specific age groups or for the entire program. 

Team Philosophy

As a member of the Midlakes Water Polo recreational league, Phantom Lake offers players the opportunity to learn the sport of water polo, and play in a fun, safe, inclusive, and friendly, but competitive environment. 

Focus on Skills Building

Many players, especially in the younger age groups, are new to the sport of water polo. Additionally, many players only participate in this sport for this 4-week season once a year. As such, the club’s focus is on developing the skills of players across all age groups so they have a solid foundation and can approach games with confidence. 

Job Description 

The water polo coach oversees all practices, games, and related activities, ensures a focus on skills development for all age groups, and models positive sportsmanship and a passion for water polo.  Water polo coaches may be hired for specific age groups or for the entire program. 

Team Philosophy

As a member of the Midlakes Water Polo recreational league, Phantom Lake offers players the opportunity to learn the sport of water polo, and play in a fun, safe, inclusive, and friendly, but competitive environment. 

Focus on Skills Building

Many players, especially in the younger age groups, are new to the sport of water polo. Additionally, many players only participate in this sport for this 4-week season once a year. As such, the club’s focus is on developing the skills of players across all age groups so they have a solid foundation and can approach games with confidence. 

Responsibilities: 

· Participate in preseason clinics, exhibition games, and promotional events as required (a maximum of 3).

· Attend all practices and games for your assigned age group. Any exceptions must be pre-approved and arrangements made before the season starts. PLC coaches may substitute for one another.

· Arrive 15 minutes before practices, supervise equipment set up, and take care of any administrative duties. In the event of an unforeseen situation e.g., sickness, personal emergency, please reach out to the Parent Rep ASAP.

· Structure practice plans for the benefit of recreational level players.

· Learn the names of all players and seek to support their individual skills development.

· Maintain a positive attitude about all players, regardless of age or ability.

· Remain on deck during all practices.

· Attend all games:

• Arrival: Arrive 15 minutes before away games. Arrive 30 minutes before home games to ensure that the pool and equipment are properly set up.

• General: Model good sportsmanship and provide positive feedback and encouragement.

• Playing time: Make every attempt to distribute playing time evenly. During tournaments and championship games, structure playing time to allow greater chances for winning, while making sure all players get to play.

• Playing up: invite players to play up one age group level when extra players are needed. Players who are playing up may not receive equal playing time as preference is given to players in their assigned age level. Players who have completed their senior year of high school will be given priority, as that will be their last season to play.

• End of Season Banquet: be prepared to make positive comments about each player at the end of season awards banquet. Parent Rep may procure an end of season memento for players to commemorate the season if time and budget allow.

Administrative Responsibilities

· Attend a mandatory Midlakes Water Polo coaching and rules clinic.

· Attend mandatory Midlakes Water Polo Preseason Coaches Meeting and Championship Tournament Coaches Meeting.

· Discuss number of teams PLC will host with Parent Reps after registrations have been processed, and before Midlakes Water Polo coaches meeting.

· Turn in copies of required coaching certifications (lifeguard training OR coach’s safety training). Proof of certification will be on file with the Club Manager.

· Complete Annual Safesport online training. Coaches will adhere to Safesport guidelines. Cost of training will be reimbursed by Phantom Lake Club. (https://uscenterforsafesport.org) 90 minute online training/$20/1 year certification

· Work with the Parent Rep to ensure that all players attending practices and games have registered and paid.

· Post sign-up sheet for games by age-level, at least 2 days before games, and contact players who will be needed to play up, if necessary.

· Communicate with player families as needed. This can include, but is not limited to, player availability for games, schedule changes, behavioral issues, coaching plans and philosophy. If any challenges arise with family communication, please contact the Parent Rep for guidance and support. · Be familiar with contents of the Midlakes Water Polo Operating Plan

· Regular Season: Maintain an official team roster of all players participating in the Regular Season. Roster must include first and last names, date of birth, competition age, and gender for each player. Submit team roster to the Water Polo Communications Director (WPCD) by the Monday following the first week of games. Keep the roster up to date throughout the season.

· Championship: (1) Submit Championship Team Roster to WPCD and the Tournament Director at Championship Tournament Coaches Meeting. Roster must include first and last names, date of birth, competition age, and gender for each player, including any players who may “play up.” Team will not be eligible to compete until the roster has been submitted. (2) Communicate any forfeits or factors that affect competition in a timely and forthright manner. (3) Provide accurate and reliable contact information to the WPCD for communication purposes.

Qualifications:

At least 16 years old by June 1, 2020. Coaches will ideally be at least 1 age group level older than the players they are coaching.

• Current Red Cross Lifeguard Certification.

• Safesport Certified (required after hire date and before first clinic).

• At least 2 years’ experience playing water polo on a high school team or club team is mandatory. College-level playing experience is preferred. 1-2 seasons as a coach or assistant coach are preferred. If a candidate has minimal coaching experience, weekly mentoring will be arranged.

• Demonstration of positive sportsmanship, commitment to teamwork, and a skills-development mind set are required.

• Provide contact information for 2 character or professional references from persons without a family relationship to the applicant.