Aquatics Instructor - French Creek YMCA

YMCA of Greater Cleveland Recruitment Team • Avon, OH

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About The Position

The Aquatics Instructor plans and delivers effective swim instruction using the Y of the USA swim curriculum for YMCA members, program participants, and non-members. Instructors are expected to be knowledgeable, punctual, professional, and attentive to participants. They demonstrate swimming skills, explain them clearly, teach at the appropriate skill and age level, and evaluate participants’ abilities to place them in suitable classes. The position is responsible for participant safety, maintaining a clean and safe pool area, and following YMCA standards, policies, and procedures.

The instructor maintains positive relationships with participants and their parents, communicates class cancellations and makeups, and arranges qualified substitutes when needed. They notify supervisors of class or program-area concerns, gather participant feedback, keep required certifications current, and support YMCA events and fundraising activities. Employees must follow the YMCA’s child abuse and neglect reporting process and are mandated reporters.

Requirements

• Demonstrated public speaking ability and customer service orientation toward individuals and groups.
• CPR and First Aid certification and safety training are required within 30 days of hire.
• If not already held, current swim instructor certification (WSI or YSI) must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Knowledge of pool readings and chemistry.
• Working knowledge of teaching aids such as kickboards, pull buoys, and diving rings.
• General knowledge of anatomy and exercise physiology.
• Commitment to the YMCA mission and cause, and adherence to its values and ethics.
• Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
• Willingness and ability to act as a mandated reporter and follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process.

Nice To Haves

• At least six months of instructor experience in a designated aquatic area.
• Current swim instructor (WSI or YSI) certification before hire.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate swimming skills and explain them clearly; instruct participants at the appropriate skill and age level.
• Plan each class in advance and arrive prepared to begin on time with the proper materials, equipment, and attire.
• Follow YMCA attendance, safety, class, and personnel policies and procedures.
• Start and end classes on time and maintain positive rapport with participants and parents.
• Conduct classes in accordance with YMCA of Cleveland standards and guidelines.
• Notify the supervisor promptly of problems related to the class or program area.
• Ensure participant safety, know emergency procedures, and know the location of emergency equipment.
• Gather periodic participant feedback using evaluations provided by the Program Director.
• Leave the program area safely closed down after use and keep the pool area neat and clean.
• Inform students of cancellations and makeups in a timely manner and obtain a qualified substitute when necessary.
• Evaluate swimming skills and place participants in appropriate classes.
• Interact positively and visibly with members, volunteers, and staff while demonstrating YMCA core values.
• Participate in and support association events and fundraising activities.
• Obtain required training and certifications and provide current copies to the supervisor.
• Frequently sanitize rescue and member-used equipment and assigned areas as directed by the employer and supervisor.
• Follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process, including completing the required form, contacting children protective services, and notifying the designated YMCA personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Free membership to a local YMCA.
• Discounts on YMCA programs, including childcare; part-time positions do not receive the childcare discount.
• Additional employee discounts at local businesses.
• Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits plan, including health, dental, and vision coverage, and an Employee Assistance Plan.
• Retirement contribution of 9% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland for eligible employees.
• Paid vacation for eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed