Swim Instructor

YMCA of Greater Richmond•Goochland, VA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Goochland Family YMCA is seeking part-time swim instructors to lead swim lessons for program participants at its pool. Instructors will teach Learn to Swim during the day and work with small groups of students of various ages. Using a variety of tools and teaching techniques, they will teach swimming skills, basic water safety, and YMCA core values. The organization will provide certification for candidates who are not currently certified in the preferred swim-instructor credentials.

Requirements

  • Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications.
  • Enthusiastic and energetic approach.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work a variety of shifts with a variety of ages.

Nice To Haves

  • Current YMCA, American Red Cross Lifeguard, or Ellis and YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor or WSI certification; these certifications are preferred but not necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Lead swim lessons for program participants at the YMCA pool.
  • Teach Learn to Swim during the day.
  • Work with small groups of students across a variety of ages.
  • Teach swimming skills, basic water safety, and YMCA core values using a variety of tools and teaching techniques.
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