Swim Instructor

YMCA•Easton, PA

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Swim Instructor teaches group and private swimming lessons to children and other clients, helping participants reach their swim-skill goals in a safe, nurturing environment. Instructors follow YMCA lesson plans and policies, communicate with participants and guardians about progress, and work with aquatics staff, lifeguards, and supervisors to support pool operations and programming. The role includes setting up and cleaning lesson equipment and participating in staff training and in-service meetings. Applicants must be at least 15 years old, have experience with children and a passion for teaching them to swim, be able to pass American Red Cross CPR certification, and complete an in-water skills assessment. No previous teaching experience is necessary; comprehensive training is provided. The role has three levels. Level 1 supports instructors teaching small groups, monitors safety and technique, encourages participants, and maintains at least five weekly hours of group and/or private lessons. Level 2 teaches individuals or small groups, provides tailored one-on-one instruction, develops customized lesson plans, tracks private and semi-private participants in a scheduling system, and maintains at least five weekly lesson hours. Level 3 provides advanced instruction, mentors new and Level 1 instructors, manages a large book of clients and classes, and facilitates staff trainings. Level 3 scheduling minimums are 12 hours per week part-time or 24 hours per week full-time during peak times.

Requirements

At least 15 years old.
Experience with children and a passion for teaching children to swim.
Ability to pass American Red Cross CPR certification.
Ability to complete an in-water skills assessment.
Level 1: Maintain a minimum of five hours per week of group and/or private lessons.
Level 2: Maintain a minimum of five hours per week of group and/or private lessons.
Level 3: Manage a minimum of 12 hours per week part-time or 24 hours per week full-time during peak times.

Responsibilities

Work with groups and individuals to help them achieve their swim-skill goals.
Conduct lessons in accordance with YMCA internal lesson plans and policies.
Set up and clean up equipment for lessons.
Communicate lesson progress and goals to participants and their guardians.
Ensure a safe, nurturing environment for students.
Collaborate with aquatics staff, lifeguards, and supervisors to support pool operations and programming.
Participate in staff training and in-service meetings.
At Level 1, support instructors teaching small groups, monitor participants' safety and technique, provide feedback and encouragement, and maintain at least five hours of group and/or private lessons per week.
At Level 2, teach individuals or small groups, provide tailored one-on-one instruction, develop customized lesson plans, maintain scheduling for private and semi-private participants, and maintain at least five hours of group and/or private lessons per week.
At Level 3, provide advanced swim instruction, mentor new and Level 1 instructors, manage a large book of clients and classes, and facilitate staff trainings.