Private Swim Instructor
About The Position
The YMCA of Indiana County is looking for a Private Swim Instructor to provide safe, effective, and individualized swim instruction to YMCA members and program participants. This position teaches swimming skills, water safety, and stroke development while creating a positive and supportive environment for swimmers of all ages and abilities. The Private Swim Instructor will work one-on-one with participants to help build swimming skills, confidence, and comfort in the water. Instructors will adapt lessons based on each swimmer’s needs, provide encouragement and feedback, and maintain a safe aquatic environment that reflects the YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Teamwork.
Requirements
- Must be at least 14 years of age (or meet applicable state/local requirements).
- Prior experience teaching swim lessons required; previous private lesson experience preferred.
- Strong swimming ability and knowledge of stroke techniques and water safety skills.
- Ability to teach swimmers of varying ages and skill levels.
- Ability to provide individualized instruction and adapt lessons based on participant needs.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships with participants and families.
- Reliable, responsible, and professional.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining communication with Aquatics leadership.
- Commitment to the YMCA mission and values.
- Current YMCA or nationally recognized Swim Instructor certification required at time of hire.
- FBI Fingerprint Clearance (Department of Human Services)
- PA State Police PATCH Clearance
- PA Child Abuse Clearance
- Mandated Reporter Training
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED and Great American Academy certifications required within 90 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Previous private lesson experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide individualized private swim lessons based on participant goals, skill level, and abilities.
- Teach proper swimming techniques, water safety skills, and confidence in the water.
- Maintain constant supervision of participants while in and around the pool area.
- Provide clear instruction, demonstrations, encouragement, and constructive feedback.
- Adjust teaching methods to meet individual learning styles and needs.
- Monitor participant progress and communicate updates with parents/guardians as appropriate.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized teaching environment.
- Follow YMCA pool rules, safety procedures, and aquatics policies.
- Maintain professional boundaries with participants and families.
- Communicate scheduling concerns, incidents, accidents, or participant concerns with the Aquatics leadership team.
- Participate in required trainings and staff meetings.
- Support a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment for all YMCA participants.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
