Lead 11 & Over Swim Coach

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ABOUT COMMONPOINT 

At Commonpoint, community is at the heart of everything we do. With more than 90 program sites and flagship locations in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, we proudly serve over 125,000 individuals each year. From early childhood to older adulthood, we support people from all walks of life on their journeys from crisis to stability and empowerment. Our wide range of programs, spanning social services, education, and recreation, reflects our mission to build a more connected, inclusive, and thriving community for all.

ABOUT THE ROLE
To continue advancing the impact we have across the communities we serve, Commonpoint is hiring a Lead 11 & Over Swim Coach situated within the Aquatics Department. The Aquatics Department plays a vital role in delivering swim lessons to the community and developing and growing a competitive swim team in Queens. The individual hired as Lead 11 & Over Swim Coach will be responsible for daily coaching and development of the assigned group of swimmers. The Lead Coach supports the Aquaflames Swim Team by providing high- quality coaching to swimmers of all ages and competitive levels. This role reports directly to the Head Coach and Aquatics Director.

Across the agency, our part-time staff play a crucial role in driving our initiatives forward by supporting daily operations, program delivery, and organizational goals.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
Agency Expectations
● Support agency initiatives by carrying out assigned duties accurately and efficiently, while following established processes and contributing to basic data collection, reporting, or documentation as required.
● Use agency resources responsibly by following established procedures, safeguarding equipment and materials, and/or supporting cost-effective operations.
● Work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and cross-department teams to ensure clear communication, timely task completion, and a positive, respectful work environment.
● Follow all safety protocols, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for staff, partners, and the public, and promptly report concerns or incidents.

Role Expectations
● Coach swimmers using current USA Swimming training principles.
● Teach and reinforce stroke technique, starts, turns, race strategy, and conditioning.
● Design workouts that reflect the age, ability, developmental needs, and competitive goals of the athletes.
● Develop a season plan with Head Coach
● Monitor swimmer progress and provide constructive feedback.
● Mentor athletes in goal setting, accountability, and leadership, and strong practice habits.

● Attend swim meets as assigned.
● Support recruitment and retention of swimmers.
● Encourage progression from Pre-Team into the Aquaflames Swim Team.
● Promote a positive, inclusive, and team-oriented environment.
● Communicate professionally with parents and coaching staff.
● Assist with special events, clinics, and team functions.
● Perform additional coaching duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & KEY ATTRIBUTES:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
● Associate’s degree, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
● 1–3 years of administrative or program support experience.
● Strong proficiency in Google Suite and data management systems.
● Previous competitive USA Swimming coaching experience required.
● Strong knowledge of stroke mechanics and athlete development.
● Excellent communication and leadership skills.
● Ability to motivate swimmers of varying ages and abilities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
● Previous experience in a Commonpoint role is a plus.
● Bilingual Preferred
● USA Swimming Coach Certification
● Lifeguard & CPR/AED
● First Aid

KEY ATTRIBUTES:
● Consistently shows up prepared, follows through on assigned responsibilities, and meets expectations within established timelines.
● Responds effectively to changing priorities, learns new tasks quickly, and applies feedback to improve performance.
● Adheres to safety protocols, policies, and ethical standards, and represents the agency professionally in all interactions.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Commonpoint offers competitive base salaries benchmarked against comparable nonprofit organizations in the New York metropolitan area. Salaries are determined based on internal and external equity, as well as each position’s scope, qualifications, and organizational impact. We believe in compensating staff fairly and consistently, ensuring that all salary decisions align with our mission-driven commitment to equity and transparency.

To maintain fairness across the organization, salary offers are set according to established salary bands and are not subject to negotiation. New hires typically start near the beginning of the salary range to allow for growth based on performance, professional development, and tenure.

Part-Time Rate: $32/hour

WORKING CONDITIONS & JOB DETAILS
WORKING CONDITIONS:
● Swim meets on weekends at least once a month
● Travel to Bayside High School required (busing available with swimmers)

JOB DETAILS
Practices held at Commonpoint Central Queens Location (Forest Hills) and Bayside High School:
Tuesday/Thursday 6:30pm-8:30pm (Bayside High School) (busing 5:30pm-9pm)
Friday 6pm-8:30pm (Forest Hills)
Saturday 9am-12pm
Additional administrative hours for the team as needed.

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer