Adaptive Swim Program Manager

*Summary *In addition to leading skill-based swim and water safety instruction to people of varying abilities, the Adaptive Program Manager is responsible for the daily operations of our adaptive swim program across all locations.The Adaptive Program Manager has received specialized training in aquatic therapy and always maintains constant supervision of students to ensure safety, while promoting the potential of all students in the adaptive program. The Adaptive Program Manager is expected to be in the water, teaching lessons approximately 20 hours per week, with additional instruction to be provided in partnership with a licensed therapist, and administrative duties being performed during unscheduled time. The Adaptive Program Manager is also accountable for promoting the adaptive program to encourage and boost enrollments, creating encouraging relationships with community stakeholder partners and building cooperative relationships with students, parents, and caregivers.*About Timm Swimm Inc. dba Swimm with Timm:*Our motto is "Swimm smarter, not Harder" and we are a skill-based swim lesson program, not an age-based program, geared towards developing swimmers' proper swimming technique from their start. All of our group lessons have a low student-to-instructor ratio, allowing us to focus on teaching to each student’s individual needs. We are designed to help kids develop the confidence to grow beyond the basics of swimming. We have outstanding employee reviews and unparalleled student retention in our swim programs. With a steady waiting list of students, we can help more individuals swim smarter, not harder, with excellent technique. Swimm with Timm currently operates through Choice Fitness’ Peabody, Methuen, and Salisbury locations.*About Timm Swimm Inc. dba Danvers YMCA Dolfins:*We are a coach-owned YMCA-affiliated team out of the North Shore of Massachusetts. The Danvers YMCA Dolfins collaborate with both the Danvers Community YMCA swim lesson program and the local Swimm with Timm program to provide swimmers with a more comprehensive swim team experience. The swim lesson program curriculum is designed to provide swimmers with a deeper understanding of proper swimming technique. Swimmers come to the program with a strong foundation of skills, and the program is designed to develop swimmers through a technique-centered focus, transforming them into strong swimmers at every level of development, from Age Group to Seniors.*About YOU*: Our employees have the opportunity to be trained anywhere from a swim instructor to a swim coach. You love being in the water and educating kids of all ages! Instructors should have a minimum of two years’ group childcare, teaching, or coaching experience and be willing to obtain CPR, first aid, and lifesaving certifications within the first six months of employment.We are also looking for professional coaches that have strong experience working with Age Group swimmers, with Junior and Senior level swimmer experience preferred. Time will be spent on deck coaching and running dry land practices as directed by the Head Coach. Must have or be willing to obtain USA Swimming and YMCA Principles of Competitive Swimming and Diving certifications. Exercise science or physical fitness background is a plus.*About YOU: *Our employees have the opportunity to be trained anywhere from a swim instructor to a swim coach. You love being in the water and educating kids of all ages! Instructors should have a minimum of two years’ group childcare, teaching, or coaching experience and be willing to obtain CPR, first aid, and lifesaving certifications within the first six months of employment.We are also looking for professional coaches that have strong experience working with Age Group swimmers, with Junior and Senior level swimmer experience preferred. Time will be spent on deck coaching and running dry land practices as directed by the Head Coach. Must have or be willing to obtain USA Swimming and YMCA Principles of Competitive Swimming and Diving certifications. Exercise science or physical fitness background is a plus.*Timm Swimm Inc Benefits:*Timm Swimm Inc. offers benefits after 90 days to all staff working 20+ hours as well as great rates - with most employees earning $20-26 an hour! We conduct all of our own training and offer internal growth opportunities, promoting many of our managers from within! We know that in order to maintain our employees, we must take care of our employees! Our owner has worked for companies before where he was " just a number" and he works hard to make sure his employees will never feel this way.*Sick Time. *All employees are eligible for up to 40 hours of paid sick time each calendar year.*Work/Life Balance.* All employees are eligible for up to four weeks time off between sessions. Free Training. On-the-job training, paired with various available online training.*Group Healthcare.* Timm Swimm Inc. offers comprehensive group medical, dental, vision, and life insurance to employees working an average of 20+ hours/week.Timm pays 80% of the premiums for individual coverage (70% of the premiums for family coverage) and most office visits are covered by copays!Employees enrolled in group benefits also have access to a free, confidential Employee Assistance Program.*401k.* Safe Harbor Plan allows all employees to join after one-year of service and will match 100% of your first 3% and 50% of your next 2% (That's 4% of the first 5% of individual contributions!)*Essential Functions *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* Manages all aspects of daily operations for adaptive swim program across all locations* Partners with physical and occupational therapy consultants and community partners* Leads all adaptive group or private lessons while enforcing policies, rules, and regulations* Maintains constant supervision of students, identifies students who need assistance, and supports students as necessary to ensure a positive learning environment* Maintains positive and nurturing relationships with parents, caregivers, and other staff, handling customer conflict and complaints as necessary* Adheres to policies and procedures in employee handbook, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergency incidents* Helps to create new approaches to serve the needs of adaptive program participants* Assists with training and coaching Swim Instructors and other staff in adaptive lessons* Continues to seek further training and professional development in adaptive swim*Required Qualifications** High School Diploma and 5+ years specialized swim instruction experience* Must have and maintain CPR, AED, First Aid, Lifeguarding, and Swim Angelfish Certificates* Must have and maintain clean CORI and SORI background check* Ability to recognize students who may need assistance* Ability to recognize and remedy hazardous and dangerous situations* Ability to work independently and possess energy and enthusiasm* Ability to demonstrate skills as required for class content and use teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, lifejackets, etc.*Preferred Qualifications** Bachelor’s Degree* Advanced training in aquatics therapy, physical/occupational rehabilitation, or special needs* 3+ years of experience teaching individuals with special needs or disabilities* 7+ years of experience as a swim instructor*Work Environment *The Adaptive Program Manager must remain indoors at a facility pool with water and air temperatures of 75 degrees or higher at all times. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to chemicals and fumes.*Physical Demands*Walks, runs, sits, stands, bends, lifts, swims and moves continually during working hours; is subject to lifting over 50 pounds. Must remain alert and able to recognize distress signals.*Position Type and Expected Hours of Work *This is a full-time position and hours will vary; evenings and weekends are required.In partnership with the Regional Program Manager and Owner, the Adaptive Program Manager may partner with Swim Instructors and other staff that are teaching adaptive lessons.*Other Duties *Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Job Type: Full-timePay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per yearBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceApplication Question(s):* Do you have experience with aquatic therapy?Experience:* Working with people with disabilities: 3 years (Required)* Swimming: 7 years (Required)* Working with people with developmental disabilities: 3 years (Preferred)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-08-12