Swim Instructor I & II

YMCA of Greater Boston • Boston, MA

10d • $17 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

The Swim Instructor teaches swimming lessons using the YMCA of the USA model under the supervision of the Aquatics Director. Instructors should have experience teaching swim lessons, enjoy working with people—especially children—and hold active lifeguard certification, such as YMCA or Red Cross certification. The position is hourly and non-exempt, with various shifts available, including mornings, early afternoons, evenings, and weekends.

Requirements

• Experience teaching swim lessons.
• Active lifeguard certification, such as YMCA or Red Cross certification.
• CPR, First Aid, and O2 training/certifications.
• Child Abuse Prevention training within the first four weeks of employment.
• Respect in the Workplace (Sexual Harassment Prevention) training.
• Ability to interact physically and verbally with members and staff.
• Ability to visually scan the pool.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and, at times, lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong communication skills with members and supervisors.

Nice To Haves

• YMCA Swim Lessons (YSL) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent member service and exceed member expectations.
• Report to the pool deck 15 minutes before each scheduled shift in a bathing suit.
• Prepare class equipment in advance and promptly store it afterward; use available equipment, pool space, and personal resources effectively.
• Start and end classes on time and commit to teaching for the entire session while keeping absenteeism to a minimum.
• Communicate each child’s progress to parents on an ongoing basis.
• Follow pool rules and policies, and review rules and relevant facility information with students at the first class.
• Know and implement emergency procedures.
• Maintain accurate class attendance and updated records of skill completions; report students who miss three classes to the Aquatic Director.
• Record notes on students’ strengths and areas for improvement as needed.
• Maintain class control and safety, continually watch all students, keep children using flotation devices within arm’s reach, and never turn away from the class.
• Use sound judgment and meet the goals, needs, and interests of the YMCA, the class, and individual students.
• Incorporate personal safety, water orientation and stroke development, water sports and games, rescue, and personal growth into each lesson.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with supervisors.
• Participate in branch safety and quality drills and attend required monthly and annual in-service training.
• Listen actively to members, build relationships, understand their goals and interests, and help them work toward those goals.
• Maintain a professional image and manner consistent with the YMCA mission and goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free YMCA membership for the employee.
• Discounts on specialty programs, including personal training and swimming lessons.
• Discounted or free family membership.
• Retirement plan of up to 10%, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Health, dental, and vision benefit package.
• Vacation and sick time; part-time employees receive sick time.
• Opportunities to develop leadership skills in a caring, challenging, and diverse working environment.
• Opportunities to explore roles and learn new skills and functions.
• YMCA career training programs.
• Healthy work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

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