Junior Swim Instructor

YWCA Evanston/North ShoreEvanston, IL
Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in Evanston, Illinois. The Junior Swim Instructor is an entry-level position that contributes to the creation of a fun, warm, and welcoming environment for a diverse community of swimmers and is responsible for teaching swim lessons and assisting with the operations of the Learn-to-Swim program of the YWCA Evanston/North Shore Flying Fish Aquatics program.

Requirements

  • Experience on a middle school or high school swim team and knowledge of freestyle and backstroke
  • Beginner proficiency with swim equipment

Nice To Haves

  • At least one year of experience providing beginning, intermediate swim instruction.
  • Bilingual Spanish

Responsibilities

  • Teaches swim lessons for all ages and levels.
  • Helps instruct community groups coming in for swim lessons.
  • Assist certified lifeguards with monitoring swimmers as needed.
  • Assist in evaluating swimmers when not teaching.
  • Provides backup instructor coverage and assists other instructors as requested.
  • Attends staff training and participates in agency committees.
  • Pursues professional development.
  • Understands and adheres to all YWCA Evanston/North Shore employee Handbook.
  • Understands and follows all appropriate Illinois and National safety procedures and policies.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by management, which may include maintenance/cleaning.
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