SWIM LESSON INSTRUCTOR (GROUP+PRIVATE)
About The Position
The Swim Instructor intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined. The incumbent is responsible for the direct leadership, proper instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes; helping to increase skill and safety in and around water. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Employee should be able to teach swimming and water safety skills to individuals with disabilities, adapting lessons to meet the diverse learning styles, physical limitations, and needs and abilities of each individual, while ensuring a safe and inclusive environment. They should be able to evaluate students progress and adjust lesson plans accordingly.
Requirements
- Minimum age of 15.
- Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills a must.
- YMCA Swim Instructor Certification within 6 months of employment.
- CPR FOR THE PROFESSIONAL RESCUER CERTIFICATION WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF EMPLOYMENT.
- Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
- PA CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK
- PA CHILD ABUSE HISTORY CERTIFICATION
- FBI (DHS) FINGERPRINTING HISTORY CLEARANCE
- Valid email address and voicemail must be set up in order to complete onboarding processes.
Nice To Haves
- Adapting lessons to meet the diverse learning styles, physical limitations, and needs and abilities of each individual, while ensuring a safe and inclusive environment.
- Evaluate students progress and adjust lesson plans accordingly.
Responsibilities
- Instruct swimming lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
- Build effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; help them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourage parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers. Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs.
- Maintain records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).
- Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
- Complete incident and accident reports as necessary.
- Maintain Pool areas in regards to equipment, safety, inventory and cleanliness.
- Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Free Membership to the Y
- Discounted Y Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
