Aquatic Instructor - Summer

NEW CANAAN COMMUNITY YMCA, INC.•New Canaan, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Seasonal Aquatic Instructor position is for the summer, focusing on leading swim lessons, promoting water safety, and fostering a positive pool environment. Instructors will be trained and certified in the YMCA swim lesson curriculum, with all lesson plans and resources provided. This role works under the direction of the Sr. Director of Aquatics, teaching swim lessons to program participants while ensuring a safe, clean, and fun setting.

Requirements

Minimum of 16 years of age.
Able to communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and children in writing and in person.
Hold and maintain a First Aid/CPR/AED certification from an accredited organization (training will be provided if needed).
General knowledge of swimming and aquatic safety.
Strong communication skills.

Nice To Haves

YMCA V6, American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, or equivalent certifications preferred.
Experience working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure a safe and caring environment for all aquatic program participants.
Arrive 10 minutes before class starts to set up all necessary equipment.
Commit to teaching for the entire program season.
Prepare for and teach all assigned classes, utilizing provided lesson plans, equipment, and evaluation sheets.
Educate program participants through the YUSA Swim Lesson program and Safety Around Water program.
Instruct one-on-one lessons when assigned.
Test, evaluate, and track participant’s progress throughout the lessons.
Maintain open communication with program participants, parents/guardians, and supervisors regarding participant progress.
Be suited, on deck, and ready to perform all duties at least 5 minutes prior to and during the assigned shift.
Complete an end of session progress report by the deadline set by the supervisor.
Follow and enforce safety standards, policies, and procedures provided by the Sr. Director of Aquatics and New Canaan YMCA.
Attend staff meetings, training, and other YMCA functions as required by the supervisor.
Perform other duties as designated by the supervisor.
Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
Attend required abuse risk management training.
Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.