Swim Instructor - Arnold (Greater Annapolis)

The Y in Central Maryland • Arnold, MD

1d • $16 - $16 • Onsite

About The Position

The Y in Central Maryland is seeking a Swim Instructor to teach swim lessons in accordance with YMCA of the USA guidelines. The role involves ensuring participant safety, creating an engaging and supportive environment, and promoting YMCA swim programs. The Y is a charitable, mission-driven organization focused on individual and community well-being, valuing Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.

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.
• Will be required to walk, stand, kneel, stoop, push, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• While performing duties the employee may occasionally work in the outside weather conditions, and is exposed to wet, cold and /or humid conditions.
• Must be physically able to work in a hot and humid environment with moderate physical exercise.
• Continuous operations requiring attention to detail and multi-tasking.
• Will be exposed to cleaning supplies.
• Will be exposed to pool chemicals.
• Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time.
• Must be physically able to successfully complete required certifications.

Nice To Haves

• Prior swim instruction experience preferred.
• 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, secure a substitute and provide lesson plans.
• 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.

Benefits

• The Y in Central Maryland provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment.
• Moreover, the Y is firmly committed to celebrating and achieving diversity and inclusion in all we do.
• We strive to be an anti-racist organization and expect all associates to treat others with respect, kindness and dignity, at all times.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed