Instructor Aquatics

YMCA of Metropolitan Denver • Littleton, CO

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About The Position

The Instructor Aquatics works as part of the YMCA Aquatics team to provide safe swim instruction and world-class customer service. The role helps create a welcoming environment and supports participants as they develop swimming skills, water safety, confidence, and a lasting appreciation for the water. Instructors lead engaging lessons for children and/or adults at varying skill levels and demonstrate the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

The schedule listed is Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The position is part-time. Instructors are in the water for 50–100% of class time and must comply with YMCA child abuse prevention and risk-management policies, including screening, training, supervision, and reporting requirements.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Swim Lesson Certification.
• Complete Listen First within six months of hire or have an action plan in place.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Comfort in the water and enthusiasm for teaching others.
• Reliable, team-oriented approach and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Maintain pool safety during lessons and deliver instruction that gives participants the best opportunity to acquire skills appropriate to their level.
• Educate participants about pool rules and enforce those rules as needed.
• Keep CPR, First Aid, and other safety certifications current.
• Immediately report accidents and incidents to a supervisor using the proper forms.
• Remain visible to members and work toward branch membership-retention goals.
• Keep daily attendance records and complete skill sheets for each level.
• Communicate with participants or parents when classes are canceled or rescheduled.
• Understand and support the YMCA annual support campaign and follow its procedures and policies, including personnel guidelines, facility access procedures, membership policies, and emergency plans.
• Provide attentive customer service and build relationships with participants and families.
• Comply with YMCA child abuse prevention and risk-management screening, training, supervision, and reporting requirements.

Benefits

• Free individual YMCA membership.
• Program discounts.
• Generous retirement contribution options, including a company contribution of 10% once eligibility is met.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked.
• Paid time off for employees scheduled and working 20 or more hours per week.

What This Job Offers

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