Swim Instructor

YMCA of West Bend • West Bend, WI

104d • $15

About The Position

Are you passionate about swimming and eager to make a splash in your community? Join our dynamic team at the YMCA as a Swim Instructor and help swimmers of all ages and skill levels reach their full potential! Dive into a fulfilling role where your enthusiasm and expertise create ripples of confidence and joy. Let's make a difference together! Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, the Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching swim lessons in a safe, professional and caring manner according to the established curriculum to ensure the participants have an overall positive experience and eventually progress to the next level.

Requirements

• Minimum 16 years of age (15 years old based on availability).
• Current YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification or American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification is preferred.
• Ability to understand and motivate people.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and carries out daily lesson plans according to established class requirements.
• Keeps accurate records on progress of individual students and make decisions on appropriate class levels.
• Teaches in the water every class and never turns back to the class or leaves the class unattended.
• Enforces specific safety rules and regulations to prevent risks to participants.
• Completes and submits progress reports and midsession reports.
• Presents materials that are challenging yet appropriate for every class member and class level.
• Sets out necessary equipment needed for class and puts equipment away after class.
• Records daily class attendance roster and communicates with parents/guardians about child’s progress in class when needed.
• Secures a qualified substitute for replacement when unable to teach a class and notifies Aquatics Director in advance, when possible.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Starting at $15 per hour.
• No Experience Needed!
• FREE YMCA Membership & Program Discounts

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed