Group Swim Instructor
About The Position
The Group Swim Instructor teaches swimming skills, water safety, and confidence to participants of all ages and abilities. The instructor follows YMCA swim lesson curriculum and guidelines, develops and adapts lessons for participants’ abilities and learning styles, and assesses swimming skills and progress. The role requires maintaining participant safety during lessons, communicating with participants and their families, maintaining instructional equipment, and keeping current with swimming instruction and water-safety practices. The position is part-time at the Northwest Family YMCA in Irmo, South Carolina.
Requirements
- Minimum age of 16.
- Strong swimming skills and proficiency in various swim strokes and techniques.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds.
- Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate lesson schedules.
- CPR, First Aid, AED, and Oxygen certifications required within 60 days of employment.
- Complete Child Abuse Prevention, Bloodborne Pathogens, Athlete Protection, and Sexual Harassment training before the first work shift.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Passion for the YMCA mission and commitment to serving the community.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience as a swim instructor or lifeguard.
Responsibilities
- Teach group swimming lessons for participants of various ages and skill levels using YMCA curriculum and guidelines.
- Teach water safety, stroke technique, and aquatic skills in a supportive, engaging manner.
- Develop and adapt lesson plans to participants’ ages, abilities, individual needs, progress, and learning styles.
- Assess participants’ abilities and skill levels through observation, evaluation, and testing.
- Give participants feedback and guidance to help them set and achieve swimming goals and milestones.
- Maintain constant vigilance and ensure participants’ safety and well-being during lessons.
- Enforce safety rules and protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Communicate with participants, staff, parents, and guardians about lessons, progress, expectations, and concerns.
- Maintain pool toys, flotation devices, and instructional materials; keep equipment clean, organized, and in good working condition.
- Stay current on swimming instruction and water-safety practices, techniques, and trends, and participate in training and professional development.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Demonstrate YMCA competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
