Swim Instructor

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties • Tacoma, WA

12d • $17 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Swim Instructor at Tacoma Center YMCA, you will teach swim lessons at our adult-only facility in downtown Tacoma, serving participants ages 15 and older. Our swim instructors provide safe, engaging lesson, helping adults build confidence and improve their swimming skills. The Swim Instructor provides direct leadership, prepared instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes. Instructs in beginning to advanced swimming and safety skills according to age group and class swim level. Provides a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years of age or older.
• Ability to demonstrate basic swimming skills.
• Comfort and enthusiasm for working in and around the water.
• Experience working with youth and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
• Knowledge and skills in program activities and related aquatics and office equipment, and the ability to instruct participants in techniques.
• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

Nice To Haves

• Six months or more of related experience (preferred).
• Previous experience working with youth preferably in a program setting and diverse populations.
• Experience preferred.
• Certifications preferred: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, and Basic First Aid certification. YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Prepare class lesson plans with a natural progression of appropriate skills for the abilities and ages of the classes.
• Safely instruct swimming lessons in basic and advanced stroke skills according to class swim level as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines.
• Complete accident and incident reports.
• Assist with keeping accurate records of lesson attendance and skill progression.
• Parent communication utilizing session report cards.
• Know, understand, and consistently communicate and apply safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Attend monthly, quarterly and/or annual trainings courses as assigned.
• Attend and complete in-water training and drills as scheduled.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff.
• Complete accident, incident reports, and rescue data sheets.
• Assist with keeping accurate records of lesson attendance, member usage charts, and safety inspections.
• Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.
• Meet performance measurement by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission.
• Assist staff leadership team in reaching campaign goals through recruiting campaigners, making personal asks and supporting branch events.
• Participate in regular cleaning and sanitation protocols is required.
• Identify pool related hazards and perform cleaning and sanitation protocols.
• Staff are expected to adhere to all safety protocols and procedures, including the use of PPE.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership
• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities
• Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center
• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities
• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise
• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)
• Willamette Dental Plan
• VSP Vision Plan

What This Job Offers

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