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Swim Coach

BASIS Independent Schools (#5010), 15749 NE 4th Street, Bellevue, Washington, United States of America Req #9042
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
BASIS Independent Schools, a subsidiary of Spring Education Group, is a national network of PreK-12 private, secular schools that educate students to the highest international levels. Our ten campuses, located in some of the most bustling, dynamic metropolitan areas in the country, are part of the BASIS Curriculum Schools global network. We believe in setting a higher standard for students and promoting self-reliance and accountability in a culture where hard work is celebrated, and intellectual pursuits result in extraordinary outcomes.

BASIS Independent Bellevue is seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to join our team as a Middle School Swim Coach.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tennis, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive environment for middle school students. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in competitive swimming, a passion for working with young athletes, and the ability to create an engaging, fun, and skill-focused training environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Plan and lead swim practices twice weekly (Tuesdays and Thursdays) from 6:45 AM to 7:45 AM at Samena Swim and Recreation Club.
  • Teach fundamental swimming skills and techniques while fine-tuning mechanics for all strokes.
  • Develop and implement racing strategies to prepare swimmers for competition.
  • Motivate and inspire swimmers to achieve their personal and team goals.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive team atmosphere that emphasizes fun, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
  • Effectively communicate with parents regarding practice schedules, swim meets, and swimmer progress.
  • Oversee the team’s participation in 1-4 swim meets during the season.

Essential Qualifications:

  • Competitive swimming experience at the high school level or higher (college swimming experience preferred).
  • Strong knowledge of swimming techniques, mechanics, and race strategies.
  • Previous coaching experience or experience working with young athletes (ages 10-14) is highly desirable.
  • Ability to manage a group of middle school students and maintain a structured practice environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Qualifications

  • Minimum: High school diploma and valid fingerprint clearance. Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Additional Details:

  • The season runs from September 9th to November 6th.
  • Students will be dropped off and picked up by parents directly from practice.

If you are passionate about swimming and enjoy mentoring young athletes, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help make this season a rewarding and memorable experience for our swimmers!

Compensation: $75-$90/hour

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and a brief statement about your coaching philosophy to Alexandra Unger at alexandra.unger@basisindependent.comas well as apply through our website.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.

Other details

  • Pay Type Hourly
  • Employment Indicator Seasonal
  • Min Hiring Rate $75.00
  • Max Hiring Rate $90.00
  • Required Education High School
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