Swim Lesson Instructor

Greater Philadelphia YMCA•Royersford, PA
•$13 - $16

About The Position

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking swim instructors or instructor aides, age 15 or older, who enjoy swimming and working with children and are passionate about teaching swimming as a lifesaving skill. The role involves helping participants learn in a safe, supportive, and enjoyable aquatics environment. Team members can develop communication, leadership, and responsibility skills and receive support and opportunities to learn and grow at the YMCA.

Requirements

  • Age 15 or older.
  • Experience with children and a passion for teaching children to swim.
  • Ability to pass American Red Cross CPR certification.
  • Ability to complete and pass an in-water skills assessment.

Responsibilities

  • Provide a safe environment where members and participants can learn to swim.
  • Encourage and support students to create an enjoyable aquatics experience.
  • Evaluate swimming skills, complete progress reports for each session, and communicate with parents.
  • Work as part of the aquatics staff team to provide a safe and enjoyable environment.
  • Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.

Benefits

  • Free YMCA membership with access to all branches.
  • Flexible work schedule.
  • Discounts on child care and summer camp programs.
  • Planning for the future; details available from the YMCA.
  • Support from an aquatics team.
  • Opportunities to learn and grow at the YMCA.
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