Instructor, Swim (Group) - MC

La Porte County Family YMCAMichigan City, IN

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: Provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes. Maintains a working relationship with parents and children.

Requirements

  • Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
  • Must be at least 16 years of age.
  • Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
  • Must have the knowledge required for successful operation; ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with staff, volunteer leaders, YMCA members, and the general public is essential; ability to network and engage internal and external customers.
  • Must be personable and demonstrate integrity and honesty. Must be a team player, able to effectively relate to all levels of staff and management. Must possess excellent organizational skills and written/oral communication skills.
  • Within 30 days of hire: Child Abuse Prevention (West Bend online).
  • Within 30 days of hire: Blood Borne Pathogens (West Bend online).
  • Within 60 days of hire: CPR and First Aid
  • Within 90 days of hire: Listen First and Y Welcome
  • Proficient in all standard business software including Google platforms and Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to swim effectively in order to demonstrate skills to participants.
  • Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
  • Ability to lift equipment and to lift a small to average size child.

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred: sales & engagement experience required.
  • Previous supervisory experience in customer service preferred.
  • Experience with DAXKO preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Report unsafe conditions immediately to supervisor or other person of responsibility if your immediate supervisor is not available.
  • Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
  • Follow departmental dress code. No alterations to the dress code are allowed.
  • Complete incident and accident reports as necessary.
  • Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
  • Instructs swimming lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
  • Develops positive relationships with members and participants and provides motivational support and guidance.
  • Encourages member and parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
  • Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers members and participants to other programs.
  • Maintains records as required (i.e., attendance, progress reports, etc.).
  • Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
  • Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.
  • Builds relationships with members and building participants.
  • Exemplify the YMCA core values of caring, respect, responsibility, and honesty.
  • Performs other duties as requested by supervisor.
  • Showing up for all scheduled dates on time and in proper attire.
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