Swim Instructor

YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching swimming lessons using current YMCA guidelines. Daily functions include instructing program participants in aquatic skills. In addition, every position in the YMCA of Coastal Georgia, Inc. is responsible for upholding the Judeo-Christian principles that are central to our mission by modeling behaviors that exemplify the four pillars of character - caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Sound working knowledge of aquatic instruction principles.
Ability to develop and implement daily lesson plans.
Ability to foster positive staff, parent, and child relations.
Must be able to pass a criminal background check and obtain authorization to work with children under the Georgia Department of Labor and YMCA guidelines.
First Aid Certification,
CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification,
Blood borne Pathogen training.
YMCA Fundamentals of Teaching YMCA Swim Lessons
YMCA Lifeguard certification
YMCA Aquatics Safety certification
YMCA Certifications for Parent/Child Instructor or Preschool Instructor / Youth / Adult

Responsibilities

To teach program participants how to swim
To complete and distribute midterm reports, report cards and progress reports
To write lesson plans for swimming lessons
To maintain a small amount of paperwork
To assist lifeguards as needed in emergency situations
Assist in the overall retention and satisfaction of YMCA members through appropriate customer service
Assist in the Annual Campaign fundraising program for the YMCA
Maintain a positive and cheerful attitude with staff, parents, and children

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