"Teaching my swim students life skills is personally rewarding to me on many levels, especially since learning how to swim is not only a joyful and great exercise, but can absolutely save someone's life one day. Swimming is far more than a simple recreational activity! Teaching people to swim or to improve their current techniques is my way of making a lasting impact. Whether it's teaching a toddler to protect themselves from drowning or helping a grown adult overcome their fear of water and enjoy the open sea for the first time, I help build their confidence and skills, and that is a fantastic way to spend my workday!"

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Job Description

SOC Code: 27-2022

Coaches and Scouts instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports for the primary purpose of competition. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching certifications should be reported in the appropriate teaching category.*

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Top Job Skills:

• Coach others
• Evaluate skills
• Coordinate activities
• Manage operations
• Maintain records

General Work Activities:

• Mental Processes
  • Evaluate skills of athletes or performers
  • Maintain knowledge of laws or regulations
• Interacting With Others
  • Coordinate athletic or sporting events or activities
  • Train others on performance techniques
  • Select staff, team members, or performers
  • Coordinate logistics for productions or events
  • Provide educational information to the public
  • Manage operations of artistic or entertainment departments or organizations
  • Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products
  • Promote products, activities, or organizations
• Work Output
  • Maintain records, documents, or other files

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Job Statistics

 

Examples of Workforce Areas with Job Openings

• Midlands
• Catawba
• Trident
• Lowcountry
• Lower Savannah
• Upstate

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Examples of Employers with Job Openings

• Beaufort County School District
• Charleston County School District
• Richland School District Two
• Greenville County Schools
• Spartanburg Methodist College

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Related Occupations

• Athletes and Sports Competitors
• Athletic Trainers
• Self-Enrichment Teachers
• Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors
• Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials

NOTE: All data based on state averages. Information may vary depending on region, experience, and specific employment situation. Last Updated: 2025

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