Swim Instructor - North Royalton YMCA

YMCA of Greater Cleveland Recruitment Team • North Royalton, OH

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Swim Instructor plans and delivers effective swim instruction using the Y of the USA swim curriculum for YMCA members, program participants, and non-members. The instructor is expected to be knowledgeable, punctual, professional, and attentive to participants. The role includes teaching swimming skills at appropriate skill and age levels, evaluating participants’ skills for class placement, maintaining participant safety, and keeping the pool and program areas clean and orderly. The instructor must follow YMCA standards, safety procedures, and personnel policies; communicate with participants and parents; and support YMCA events and fundraising activities. Employees are mandated reporters and must follow the YMCA’s child abuse and neglect reporting process.

Requirements

• Demonstrated public speaking ability and customer service orientation toward individuals and groups.
• CPR and First Aid certification and safety training are required within 30 days of hire.
• Knowledge of pool readings and chemistry.
• Working knowledge of teaching aids such as kickboards, pull buoys, and diving rings.
• General knowledge of anatomy and exercise physiology.
• Commitment to the YMCA mission and cause, and adherence to its values and ethics.
• Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions.
• Willingness and ability to act as a mandated reporter and follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process.
• Obtain a current swim instructor (WSI or YSI) certification within 90 days of hire if not already certified.

Nice To Haves

• At least six months of instructor experience in the designated aquatic area.
• Current swim instructor (WSI or YSI) certification prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate swimming skills and explain them clearly, providing instruction appropriate to each class’s skill and age level.
• Plan each class in advance and arrive prepared to start on time with appropriate materials, equipment, and attire.
• Follow YMCA attendance and safety rules and conduct classes in accordance with YMCA of Cleveland standards and guidelines.
• Start and end classes on time.
• Maintain positive rapport with participants and their parents.
• Notify the supervisor promptly of problems relating to the class or program area.
• Ensure participant safety, know emergency procedures, and know the location of emergency equipment.
• Gather periodic participant feedback using written evaluations provided by the Program Director.
• Leave the program area in a safe, closed-down condition and keep the pool area neat and clean.
• Inform students of class cancellations and make-ups in a timely manner, and obtain a qualified substitute when necessary.
• Evaluate swimming skills and place participants in appropriate classes.
• Interact positively and visibly with members, volunteers, and staff in a manner demonstrating YMCA core values.
• Follow established policies and procedures, including safety practices and personnel policies.
• Participate in and support association events and fundraising activities.
• Obtain required training and certifications and provide current copies to the supervisor.
• Frequently sanitize rescue and member-used equipment and assigned areas as directed by the employer and supervisor.
• Follow the child abuse and neglect reporting process, including completing the required report, calling children protective services, and notifying the appropriate YMCA personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Free membership to a local YMCA.
• Discounts on YMCA programs, including childcare; part-time positions do not receive the childcare discount.
• Additional employee discounts at places in and around town.
• Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, and vision coverage, and an Employee Assistance Plan.
• Retirement contribution of 8% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland for eligible employees.
• Paid vacation for eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed