Cook County YMCA - Swim Instructor

Duluth YMCA • MN

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About The Position

The Swim Instructor position at the Cook County YMCA in Grand Marais, MN, is a part-time role that provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes. The instructor is responsible for preparing lesson plans, supervising class aides, building relationships with students and parents, maintaining records, and ensuring safety procedures are followed. The role also includes organizing class equipment and the opportunity to teach private swim lessons based on availability.

Requirements

• Certified in CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid or obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent preferred or obtain YMCA Swim Instructor certification within 6 months through the YMCA.
• At least 16 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Lifeguard certification
• One (1) year experience working with youth

Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming lessons, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
• Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.
• 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 refers students and parents to other programs as appropriate.
• Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).
• 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.
• Opportunity for teaching private swim lessons is available upon availability.

Benefits

• Retirement accounts (You can contribute at any time, but the Y will contribute 12% after two years of service with 1,000 hours in each of the two years)
• Paid time off (Accrue 1 hour of paid time off for every 30 hours worked)
• Complimentary nationwide 2 adult family membership to the Y
• Discounts on programs, summer camps, YMCA Camp Miller
• Team member referral program
• Employee engagement and appreciation activities
• Employee assistance program
• Growth and development opportunities
• Leadership certification and related training offered and encouraged

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed