Abbington Alligators Coaching Position

The Abbington Alligators Swim Team is seeking a professional, dedicated Head Coach and dedicated Assistant Coach for the 2012 summer season. Having first fielded a team in 1999, Abbington has grown from a team of 50 swimmers to one with over 200 swimmers ages 4-18. As we enter our 14th year we are looking to another great season. We desire a coach who will motivate and teach swimmers while maintaining a fun and exciting team and family atmosphere. Our swim season runs from late May through late July. The successful candidate's skills will include:

Head Coach

*Must be over 18 years of age

*Competitive swimming at College level for at least 1 year

*2 or more seasons of swim coach experience at a rec level is preferable

*The ability to demonstrate energy and enthusiasm for teaching and motivating young swimmers

*A true love for working with swimmers of all ability levels including pre-competitive and competitive level swimmers

*A passion about teaching proper stroke technique and sportsmanship

*The ability to manage Junior and Assistant Coaches

*The ability to work with assistant coaches to develop swim meet line-ups

*Access to E-mail daily

*Knowledge of Hy-Tek Meet Manager software is preferred

*Strong communication and organizational skills with swimmers, parents, Assistant Coaches and Junior Coaches

*Must be certified in First Aid and CPR, and Certified water safety instructor

Assistant Coach

*Must be at least 18 years of age

*Competitive swimming at college or rec level

*Coaching experience preferred

*Ability to demonstrate energy and enthusiasm for teaching and motivating young swimmers

*A true love for working with swimmers of all ability levels including

*The ability to work with and manage Junior coaches

*The ability to work with Head Coach on the daily running of the team and meet line-ups

*Access to E-mail daily

*Strong communication and organizational skills with swimmers, parents, Head Coach and Junior Coaches

*Must be certified in First Aid and CPR, and Certified water safety instructor

Please send resume or questions to Nancy McElroy. Be sure to include your contact information.