Swim Instructor

Young Mens Christian Association of South Palm Bea • Boynton Beach, FL

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About The Position

A YMCA Swim Instructor provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming lessons. The instructor prepares lesson plans in accordance with YMCA guidelines, supports participants and families, maintains required records, and helps ensure a safe and welcoming aquatics program. The role may also include training and supervising class aides and completing other duties assigned by management.

Requirements

• Hold CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, and Basic First Aid certifications.
• Demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Hold YMCA Swim Instructor certification or have previous experience teaching swimming.
• Be at least 16 years of age.
• Successfully complete a criminal background check and drug screening.
• Be able to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
• Be able to lift equipment and a small- to average-size child.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines and prepare lesson plans.
• Develop positive relationships with members and participants, providing motivational support and guidance.
• Encourage member and parent involvement and identify potential volunteers.
• Share information about aquatics programs and schedules and refer members and participants to other programs as appropriate.
• Maintain required records, including attendance and progress reports.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
• Follow YMCA policies, rules, regulations, procedures, and emergency and safety procedures; complete incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Organize and put away class equipment and report damaged equipment.
• Train and supervise class aides as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned and directed by management.

What This Job Offers

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