Swim Lesson Instructor

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles•Torrance, CA

20h•$18 - $18

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Swim Lesson Instructor is responsible for professional instruction of all swim lessons. As a member of the Aquatics team, the Swim Lesson Instructor is also responsible for the safety of members in the pool and pool area by enforcing policies and procedures courteously and professionally. It is essential to keep certifications current and follow emergency procedures when necessary. This position requires skill in preventing accidents and maintaining a safe and nurturing aquatic environment for all members.

Requirements

AGE: Minimum age of 16.
MANDATORY CERTIFICATIONS: Current American Safety & Health Institute or American Red Cross or American Heart Association BLS for the Professional Rescuer
Standard/Community First Aid certifications
Emergency Oxygen Administration.
YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification or ARC Water Safety Instructor
RELATED EXPERIENCE: Experience instructing swim lessons or coaching aquatic programs.
SPECIALIZED SKILLS: Swim Lesson Instructor candidates are to perform: 25 yards each of the six strokes (front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, elementary backstroke and butterfly);
Tread water for 2 minutes with two different kicks;
Ability to swim with proficiency and endurance;
Ability to react appropriately and remain calm and efficient in caring for problems;
Knowledge of proper swimming techniques.
You must have the physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

American Red Cross (ARC) or YMCA Lifeguard Training, preferred

Responsibilities

Create a welcoming and nurturing environment for all students.
Instruct classes using the YMCA of the USA swim lesson program.
Responsible for the safety of all class participants at all times.
Maintain class rosters and check daily attendance.
Track progress of class participants using appropriate skill assessments; issue certificates/progress reports.
Communicate proper participant placement to Aquatics Director and/or parents regularly.
Prepare lesson/session plan prior to each session.
Instruct class participants on the effective use of teaching aids, flotation devices, toys and other aquatic equipment.
Understand and be able to discuss and promote all YMCA programs. Inform members of YMCA programs that will meet their changing needs and interests.
Respond to questions/concerns from members; effectively problem-solve, taking full responsibility to remedy the situation and follow through to completion.
Prevent accidents through the enforcement of policies, rules, regulations governing the conduct of persons using the swimming pool.
Respond immediately to all emergency situations using proper procedures/techniques.
Know the Emergency Action Plan, understand your specific role during an emergency and carry out your responsibilities during an emergency when necessary.
Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
Uphold YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting and risk management.
Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character (Trustworthiness, Citizenship, Respect, Responsibility, Caring, and Fairness) as well as the YMCA Core Values of Caring, Respect, Honesty and Responsibility in all dealings with members, guests, volunteers and fellow staff.
Demonstrate competencies in and willingness to develop in the Cause Driven Leadership areas of mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness and personal growth.
All other duties as assigned by your supervisor.