Swim Instructor

YMCA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA • Venice, FL

75d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Aquatics Coordinator/Director and in accordance with the policies of the YMCA of Southwest Florida, the Swim Instructor provides swim lessons/ private or group to children and adults of all levels and abilities based on YMCA standards and program requirements.

Requirements

• Successfully meet the Association’s policies on background screening
• Proficiency of swimming strokes and the ability to instruct and demonstrate in a group or individual session
• Ability to perform life saving techniques if necessary
• Ability to forge mutually respectful partnerships with persons served
• Able to maintain confidentiality
• Must be a self starter, with high energy and a positive attitude
• Adhere to drug/alcohol/smoke free workplace policy
• 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

• Swim Lesson experience or Competitive Swim Experience

Responsibilities

• Instructs all swim lesson participants
• Ensures the safety of participants in their class
• Works hours as scheduled, including beginning and ending class on time
• Remains after class to answer participant and/or parent questions as needed and clean up supplies
• Instructs and evaluates students participating in swim lessons
• Submits completed report cards, skills sheets, and attendance information on time
• Attends mandatory meetings and training sessions as scheduled
• Acts immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency
• Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times and maintains a high standard of customer service
• Utilizes time clock and monitors timesheet, bringing any corrections to supervisor in a timely manner
• Upholds all staff safety requirements including cleaning protocols throughout the day

Benefits

• CPR for the Professional Rescuer/ First Aid/AED Certifications
• WSI and/or YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent
• Completion of the YMCA’s Blood Borne Pathogen’s training annually
• Completion of the YMCA’s Child Sexual Abuse Prevention training annually
• Additional training classes as recommended by Supervisor

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees