Swim Instructor - Aquatics I

YMCA Of Greater Seattle • Newcastle, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Swim Instructor teaches children and adults water acclimation and safety, water movement and stamina, and stroke development and mechanics, helping participants gain skills, meet goals, and enjoy lifelong activity in the water. This is an on-site position. Instructors teach classes of 1–3 participants ages 3 and up and may also teach parent/child classes with up to 10 parent/child pairs. The YMCA can facilitate the required certification process for candidates who do not yet hold the necessary certifications, with certification required within 30 days of hire.

Requirements

• Be at least 16 years of age.
• Hold a current swim instructor certification from a recognized organization, such as Y-USA, or obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
• Hold current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• Hold a current Administering Emergency Oxygen Certification.
• Demonstrate the ability to assist children and others in developing swimming skills.
• Be able to lift equipment and a small to average-size child.
• Be able to teach skills to others.
• Pass a swim competency test.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations, including differences in language, culture, race, physical ability, and sexual orientation.
• Ability to speak a language in addition to English.
• Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge and skills needed to perform effectively may be considered.
• Enjoy working collaboratively, adapt readily, demonstrate ownership and a strong work ethic, solve problems, serve others, and contribute to a supportive team and community.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines.
• Help maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, on deck, and in surrounding areas.
• Develop positive relationships with participants and parents, encourage involvement, and identify potential volunteers.
• Attend required staff meetings and trainings.
• Follow YMCA policies, rules, regulations, procedures, and emergency and safety protocols; respond to emergencies as needed and complete incident and accident reports when necessary.
• Organize and put away class equipment and report damaged equipment.
• Share basic information about YMCA programs and schedules with members and refer them to other YMCA Total Health programs or staff when appropriate.
• Adhere to abuse-prevention policies, maintain appropriate boundaries, complete required training, report suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and comply with mandated reporting requirements.

Benefits

• YMCA of Greater Seattle membership.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Free access to mental health resources.
• Paid time off that accrues rapidly.
• Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare, day camp, overnight camp, and outdoor leadership programs: 25% for part-time staff and 50% for full-time staff.
• Some benefits are available only to full-time staff.

What This Job Offers

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