Swim Lesson Instructor

YMCA Kansas City • North Kansas City, MO

84d • $15

About The Position

Love the water and enjoy helping others? As a Swim Lesson Instructor, you'll teach swimming skills that build confidence, water safety, and fun. Whether someone is nervous, learning their first strokes, or refining technique, your guidance can transform their relationship with water. No certification? No problem! We provide free training and certification to get you ready to succeed. Become a Swim Lesson Instructor AND Lifeguard, earn $15/hr! Let us know in your application/interview if you are interested in both positions.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• National CPR, First Aid, Emergency Oxygen and YMCA Swim Lessons Instructor certification. Not certified? No problem - we provide free training and certification!
• Must pass skills test that includes: Tread water for two minutes. Demonstrate Stage 5 proficiency in at least four of the following six strokes by swimming 25 yards of each: Front Crawl, Breaststroke, Sidestroke, Butterfly, Elementary Backstroke, and Backstroke.
• Must be able to relate and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner.

Responsibilities

• Enforce all posted rules and any other rules that are required to ensure the safety of all participants.
• Teach swim lessons to participants at appropriate age levels, per national guidelines of course levels and ratios.
• Plan lessons for classes, be well prepared for lesson.
• Responsible for set up and tear down of lessons (includes all utilized equipment).
• Take attendance at all classes.
• Responsible for updating all areas and certifications through the YMCA training certification program as needed for position.
• Responsible to assist in the cleanliness of the pool and reporting any maintenance needs.

Benefits

• Ongoing training and recertification
• Free YMCA membership to all YMCA centers
• Flexible schedules
• Opportunities for career advancement

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