Swim Instructor - Cordera Community Center

YMCA of The Pikes Peak Region•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•$15 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of the Pikes Peak region is looking to hire an experienced Swim Instructor to help children and adults of all ages develop proper swimming techniques and skills. The Swim Instructor’s responsibilities include evaluating each student’s performance during swim sessions and providing feedback, completing attendance, progress, and accident reports, and ensuring that all swimming aids and equipment are in good working order. To be successful as a Swim Instructor, you should demonstrate patience and enthusiasm and be able to motivate students to accomplish their swimming goals. Ultimately, an exceptional Swim Instructor should be able to communicate effectively with students and ensure that all water safety rules are adhered to. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Swim Instructor will provide skill-based swim and water safety instruction to participants of all ages. You will maintain constant supervision of students at all times to ensure safety. The Swim Instructor will create positive, nurturing relationships with students and build cooperative relationships with parents and caregivers. You will facilitate peer-to-peer connections as part of the overall program experience. This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16
Current WSI or YMCA Swim Instructor or experience teaching swim lessons
Proficient in swimming and safety skills
Demonstrated ability to recognize students who may need assistance
Demonstrated ability to recognize and remedy hazardous and dangerous situations
Demonstrated ability to swim and tread water within Y-USA training guidelines
Knowledge of swimming and ability to teach at all age groups and various levels
Patience and the ability to communicate with all ages and levels of students, parents and caregivers, and other Y staff and volunteers

Nice To Haves

Up to 6 months swim instruction experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provides swimming and water safety instruction to students of all ages and abilities
Plans and implements program activities that is culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values
Helps to create new approaches to serve the needs of program participants
Adheres to YMCA program standards, including safety and cleanliness standards, and ensures consistency with evidence-based practices
Maintains constant supervision of students, identifies students who need assistance, and supports students as necessary to ensure a positive learning environment
Attends staff meetings and training
Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies
Maintains positive relationships with parents and caregivers and other staff. Models' relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions
Provides participants and parents with on-going feedback regarding student’s progress
Set up, take down, and organize class equipment. Report damage equipment to the supervisor
Secure qualified substitute when necessary
Act as a responder in case of injury, accident or illness in the pool area. Provide back-up coverage to lifeguards as needed (ex. crowd control)
Maintain certifications
Adhere to Association aquatic uniform policy
Support and follow YMCA policies and decisions.
Answer member’s questions about the YMCA and programs