Swim Instructor

MERRIMACK VALLEY YMCA • Lawrence, MA

6d • $16 - $16 • Onsite

About The Position

The Swim Instructor I, under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, provides safe, motivational and knowledgeable instruction to members & program participants. The instructor is responsible for the safety and proper instruction of class participants.

Requirements

• CPR for the Professional Rescuer certified or able to obtain within 60 days of employment.
• AED certified or able to obtain within 60 days of employment.
• First Aid Certified or able to obtain within 60 days of employment.
• Minimum age 15 years or older
• Be knowledgeable about aquatics and have the know how to teach others to swim.
• Be available to parents, participants and staff for questions or comments or know who to refer them to.
• Report all incidents, accidents or any safety concerns to your supervisor.
• Must have considerable ability as a swimmer.

Nice To Haves

• Swim Instructor Certification a plus from WSI (American Red Cross) or YSL (YMCA)
• Bilingual in Spanish helpful

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, competent aquatic instruction using nationally recognized guidelines established by the YMCA of the USA.
• Be alert/attentive so as to prevent accidents. Respond quickly, intelligently, and decisively and in accordance with YMCA established emergency and accident management procedures.
• Teach with encouragement and positive reinforcement.
• Maintain constant surveillance of class participants to ensure a safe and positive environment.
• Enforce all pool rules in a consistent, courteous and fair manner. Educate family users of the purpose and need for the rules as a professional.
• Instructors must set up for their classes and return equipment afterwards.
• Maintain and attendance and skill accomplishment records for class participants.
• Attend all in-service training programs and staff meetings as scheduled by the director.
• Never take your eyes off your class. Never leave your children unattended. Safety is your highest priority.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees