Assistant Swim Instructor

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges Inc • New Milford, NJ

121d

About The Position

The position involves teaching YMCA swim lesson program classes while ensuring safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. The instructor is responsible for creating a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 16 years.
• Proven knowledge of various swim strokes and teaching levels.
• Previous experience teaching swim lessons preferred.
• Strong vocal ability to project instruction clearly during lessons.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Must achieve YSL or American Red Cross certification within 1st year of teaching swim lessons.

Responsibilities

• Assist in teaching YMCA swim lesson program classes of up to 12 children, participating in the water for every class.
• Teach freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, elements of butterfly, elementary backstroke, and sidestroke.
• Evaluate student progress based on criteria and provide feedback.
• Make eye contact with students and communicate in terms they understand. Ask questions to monitor understanding.
• Use positive motivation and teachable moments to speak about character development and address behavior appropriately.
• Maintain visibility of all students at all times during lessons.
• Observe swimmer behavior and be ready to stop dangerous behavior.
• Maintain effective, positive relationships with members, participants, and other staff.
• Use a variety of organizational patterns to maximize swim time for every student and keep the class moving smoothly.
• Use teaching aids and equipment appropriately and incorporate games into classes.
• Balance working with students individually and allowing them to practice on their own.
• Keep accurate attendance and class records current and organized.
• Clean the area after every swim lesson class.
• Attend all staff meetings and training as required.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees