Swim Instructor

YMCA of Greater Brandywine•Easttown Township, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Swim Instructor is responsible for assisting with the instruction of our swim lesson program while providing excellent member service and engagement of program participants. The Swim Instructor will be responsible for carrying out and enforcing aquatic policies and procedures in compliance with statutes as described by the State of Pennsylvania, the YMCA of the USA, The YMCA of Greater Brandywine, lifeguard licensing agency Ellis and Associates, and YMCA insurance representatives.

Requirements

Must be 15 years of age or older
Obtain and maintain YMCA YSL certification within 6 months of hire
Demonstrate the ability to relate and positively interact with children and adults
Be able to demonstrate the five main components of swimming - freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke, and, preferably, butterfly
Obtain and maintain all new hire certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard.
Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.

Nice To Haves

Experience in competitive swimming or teaching lessons preferred

Responsibilities

Lead swim instruction to develop skills of all participants within prescribed curriculum.
Assist in ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants.
Follow YMCA of Greater Brandywine’s Aquatic Class Promises: Be a positive YMCA role model with an enthusiastic attitude.
Instructors are expected to be at all scheduled classes, unless instructor received prior approval from supervisor
Classes will start and end on time.
Greet participants and learn their names.
Identify your participants’ limitations and adapt your classes and/or provide modifications accordingly.
Communicate positively and accurately with all the parents/guardians of participants.
Participate in branch and swim lesson special events.
Actively participate in all in-house required drills, including mock drills and monthly in-house trainings.
Assist in setting up and cleaning up the pool deck and help in closing the pool if conditions are unsafe and alert a supervisor immediately.
Follow the Association Thunder and Lightning Policy.
Assist with the completion of progress reports, mid-session cards, greeting cards and birthdays to ensure all participants receive them in a timely manner.
Ensure compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
Employee Assistance Program
Continuing education reimbursement
tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
Career development and paid training
Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00