Swim Lesson Instructor (5258)

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles•Van Nuys, CA

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Swim Lesson Instructor provides professional instruction for swim lessons and helps ensure the safety of members in and around the pool. The role involves courteously and professionally enforcing policies and procedures, maintaining current certifications, following emergency procedures, preventing accidents, and supporting a safe and nurturing aquatic environment. The instructor delivers YMCA of the USA swim lessons, prepares session plans, monitors and assesses participant progress, maintains attendance records, and communicates about participant placement with the Aquatics Director and parents. The position also supports member engagement by helping members understand YMCA programs and responding to questions and concerns. The instructor follows safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk-management policies; knows and carries out their role in the Emergency Action Plan; and attends required meetings and training. The position promotes YMCA values and demonstrates competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

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.
YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification or American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor 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.
Swimming proficiency and endurance.
Ability to react appropriately and remain calm and efficient when caring for 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

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 all class participants at all times.
Maintain class rosters and record daily attendance.
Track participant progress with appropriate skill assessments 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 how to use teaching aids, flotation devices, toys, and other aquatic equipment effectively.
Understand, discuss, and promote YMCA programs; inform members about programs that may meet 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 help prevent accidents.
Respond promptly to emergencies using proper procedures and techniques.
Know the Emergency Action Plan and carry out assigned responsibilities during emergencies.
Attend staff meetings and training as required.
Uphold YMCA policies concerning safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management.
Demonstrate YMCA values and the Six Pillars of Character in dealings with members, guests, volunteers, and fellow staff.
Develop and demonstrate competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.