Swim Instructor

YMCA of Greater Louisville•Louisville, KY

4d•$12 - $12•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Aquatics team, the Swim Instructor teaches youth and adults swimming techniques and pool safety. The instructor communicates proactively, maintains a safe pool atmosphere, and works to prevent accidents. The position provides a positive role model for members and creates a character-developing atmosphere. The YMCA of Greater Louisville is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Requirements

Minimum age of 15.
Team player with a personal commitment to the YMCA Mission, Philosophy, and Character Development Values.
People-centered and service-oriented.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Must be able to swim and demonstrate swimming strokes.
Obtain CPR/AED and First Aid certifications within 90 days of employment.
Must be able to remain alert, hear noises and distinguish distress signals, continuously scan pool areas with clear vision, and perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue.
Must be able to remain in the pool for extended periods and communicate verbally, including projecting one's voice across a distance in normal and loud situations.
Must be able to lift 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

YMCA Youth Swim Lesson Instructor experience; training will be provided.
Previous lifeguard experience; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

Uphold the YMCA's mission and demonstrate a determined, nurturing, genuine, hopeful, and welcoming nature.
Remain alert and distinguish distress signals.
Teach with patience and a caring attitude.
Communicate verbally and project one's voice across a distance in normal and loud situations.
Remain in the water for extended periods.
Be responsible for scheduled classes and shifts and follow appropriate substitute procedures.
Arrive 15 minutes before class to set up and greet participants.
Clean equipment and the pool deck after classes.
Attend staff meetings and training as required by the Aquatics Director.
Teach swimming techniques and pool safety to youth and adults while maintaining a safe pool atmosphere and helping prevent accidents.