Swim Instructor

YMCA Greater Hartford•Granby, CT

13d•$0 - $17

About The Position

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, the Swim Instructor provides leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes. The instructor builds relationships with students and parents, conveys the YMCA of Greater Hartford’s mission and core values, and supports a safe and welcoming aquatics program.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
Current YMCA Swim Instructor certificate or equivalent.
CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification covering infant, child, and adult.
Maturity, responsibility, positive values, and a sincere interest in working with people.
Ability to instruct and observe participants’ proper swimming stroke techniques.
Ability to lift equipment and a small-to-average-size child.
Visual, auditory, and physical ability to respond swiftly to emergencies.

Nice To Haves

Oxygen Administration certification (optional).
First Aid certification (optional).

Responsibilities

Teach swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA of the USA and YMCA of Greater Hartford program guidelines, preparing lesson plans as needed.
Build relationships with students and parents, encourage parent involvement, and identify potential volunteers.
Share information about aquatics programs and schedules and refer students and parents to other programs when appropriate.
Maintain required records, including attendance and progress reports.
Attend scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
Follow YMCA policies, rules, regulations, procedures, and emergency and safety procedures; complete incident and accident reports as needed.
Organize and put away class equipment and report damaged equipment.
Train and supervise class aides as assigned.
Provide lesson plans for substitutes.
Promote the YMCA mission and demonstrate YMCA character development to members.
Become familiar with other available facilities and activities.
Enforce all pool rules.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement up to $1,000 per year.
50% tuition discount at Post University.
Free YMCA membership, valued at $750 annually.
Childcare discounts for eligible employees; discounts vary by full-time or part-time status.
Discounts on swim lessons, summer camp, sports, and other YMCA programs.
Paid time off for eligible employees.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible full-time employees working at least 30 hours per week; the YMCA covers 90% of employee medical premiums for eligible high-deductible health plans.
Retirement contribution of 12% of gross pay for eligible full-time and part-time employees after two years of service, provided they work at least 1,000 hours per year.
Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program counseling, services, and resources.
Free six-month SNOO rental for expecting parents working at least 20 hours per week.