Swim Instructor - Abingdon (Ward)

The Y in Central Maryland • Abingdon, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching swim lessons in accordance with YMCA of the USA guidelines, ensuring participant safety, and creating an engaging and supportive environment for all swimmers. The Y in Central Maryland is a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us. Associates are motivated to help others and want to be a part of something larger than themselves.

Requirements

• Associates shall be of good character and reputation; capable of carrying out assigned responsibilities; capable of accepting training and supervision; and capable of communicating effectively both orally and in writing as applicable to the job responsibility.
• Current certification in CPR/AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration (O2 within 30 days of hire).
• Successful completion of the Y in Central Maryland swim test.
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends.
• Completion of required new hire training, including Child Abuse Prevention, before start date.
• Background check, drug test, driver’s license record, CPS, and/or Criminal Background check.
• Additional driver’s license check, CPS, Criminal Background check, alcohol and/or drug testing may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and maintain the minimum requirements of this position.

Nice To Haves

• Prior swim instruction experience preferred.
• Lifeguard certification.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons based on YMCA curriculum and adapt instruction to meet individual and group needs.
• Ensure the safety of all participants by enforcing pool rules and maintaining supervision during lessons.
• Accurately assess swimmer abilities and provide appropriate progression through swim levels.
• Prepare and set up lesson areas with required equipment and return items to proper storage afterward.
• Maintain consistent attendance for scheduled classes; if unable to attend
• Positively engage with participants and encourage skill development in a supportive environment.
• Promote YMCA swim programs to participants and families.
• Support a clean, safe, and inclusive environment for all.
• Demonstrate and uphold the Y’s core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed