Swim Lesson Instructor (5187)

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles•West Lancaster, CA

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Swim Lesson Instructor provides professional instruction for swim lessons and helps keep members safe in the pool and pool area by courteously and professionally enforcing policies and procedures. The instructor must maintain current certifications, follow emergency procedures when needed, prevent accidents, and help maintain a safe, nurturing aquatic environment. The instructor prepares and delivers lessons using the YMCA of the USA swim lesson program, monitors participants’ safety, records attendance and progress, and communicates about participant placement. The role also includes engaging members with information about YMCA programs, responding to questions and concerns, attending required meetings and trainings, and upholding YMCA safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk-management policies. The instructor demonstrates YMCA values and leadership competencies and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16.
Current BLS for the Professional Rescuer certification from American Safety & Health Institute, the American Red Cross, or the American Heart Association.
Current Standard/Community First Aid certification.
Current Emergency Oxygen Administration certification.
Experience instructing swim lessons or coaching aquatic programs.
Ability to swim 25 yards each of the front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, elementary backstroke, and butterfly.
Ability to tread water for two minutes using two different kicks.
Ability to swim with proficiency and endurance.
Ability to react appropriately and remain calm and efficient when addressing problems.
Knowledge of proper swimming techniques.
Physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification or American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification.
American Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard Training.

Responsibilities

Create a welcoming and nurturing environment for students.
Teach classes using the YMCA of the USA swim lesson program.
Ensure the safety of class participants at all times.
Maintain class rosters and record daily attendance.
Assess participants’ skills and progress, and issue certificates or progress reports.
Communicate appropriate participant placement to the Aquatics Director and/or parents regularly.
Prepare a lesson or session plan before each session.
Teach participants to use teaching aids, flotation devices, toys, and other aquatic equipment effectively.
Understand, discuss, and promote YMCA programs; inform members about programs suited to their changing needs and interests.
Respond to member questions and concerns, resolve problems, and follow through to completion.
Enforce pool policies, rules, and regulations to prevent accidents.
Respond immediately to emergencies using proper procedures and techniques; know and carry out the assigned role in the Emergency Action Plan.
Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management.
Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character and YMCA Core Values in dealings with members, guests, volunteers, and staff.
Develop and demonstrate competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.