Part Time Swim Lesson Instructor

YMCA of Northwest North Carolina•Statesville, NC

5d•$10 - $10•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA is looking for Swim Lesson Instructors to work with children and adults. Candidates must be organized, creative and enjoy working in a team environment. We will train new employees on how to teach a variety of skill levels from beginner to advanced swimmer using games and student centered learning. Schedules vary depending on the program.

Requirements

At least 16 years of age
Experience working with children preferred
YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification required within 90 days of hire; we will train
CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid Certification and Emergency Oxygen preferred; certification required within 90 days of hire
Desire to work with individuals of all ages and swimming abilities
Strong organizational, verbal, written and customer service skills

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children preferred
CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid Certification and Emergency Oxygen preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare to teach each class with provided progressive lesson plans which will enhance the experience of program participants.
Record and maintain attendance records. Set up facility or equipment, and store equipment upon completion of class.
Accurately complete all administrative duties relating to swim lessons i.e. skill sheets, progress reports, etc.
Enforce aquatic rules and policies by maintaining constant surveillance of class participants.
Act as a secondary responder in case of injury, accident, or illness in pool area and provide backup to lifeguards as needed in emergencies and crowd control.
Attend staff meetings.
Report injuries and complete required forms.
Immediately notify a supervisor of any broken equipment or unsafe aspects of the pool.
Report any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor or the person responsible for those items at your site.
Follow all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to managing visitors and guests at our facilities.
Report any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor.
Support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention .