Warlick Swim
About The Position
The Aquatics Swim Instructor provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students in swimming lessons and private swim classes. OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: We believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Requirements
- Certifications: CPR/AED/First Aid for the Professional Rescuer, Emergency Oxygen, New Employee Orientation and Child Abuse Prevention Training within 60 days of hire.
- Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with American Red Cross and/or YMCA standards.
- American Red Cross Swim Instructor or YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent.
- At least 15 years of age.
- Ability to walk, stand, and sit (in water) for long periods of time.
- Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
- Must be able to lift and/or assist participants up to 50 pounds in weight.
- Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.
- Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
- Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
- Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.
Responsibilities
- Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with American Red Cross or YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
- Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
- Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate, refers students and parents to other programs.
- Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).
- Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
- Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
- Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
- Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.
- Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers
- Attend/complete required abuse risk management training before working with consumers and on an annual basis.
- Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers
- Follow mandated reporting requirements
- Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities
- Maintain vigilance in supervising aquatic environments, including locker rooms, restrooms, and storage areas. Consistently follow safety procedures during instruction, transitions, and emergencies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
