Swim Lesson Instructor
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 role requires maintaining current certifications, following emergency procedures, preventing accidents, and supporting a safe, nurturing aquatic environment. The instructor creates a welcoming environment, teaches the YMCA of the USA swim lesson program, monitors participant safety, maintains rosters and attendance, assesses and reports student progress, communicates appropriate class placement, and prepares lesson plans. The role also includes helping members understand YMCA programs, responding to 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 and Standard/Community First Aid certification from the American Safety & Health Institute, American Red Cross, or American Heart Association.
- 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 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
- American Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard Training.
Responsibilities
- Create a welcoming and nurturing environment for students.
- Instruct classes using the YMCA of the USA swim lesson program.
- Maintain the safety of all class participants.
- Maintain class rosters and check daily attendance.
- Track participant progress using 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.
- Instruct participants in the effective use of teaching aids, flotation devices, toys, and other aquatic equipment.
- Understand, discuss, and promote YMCA programs; inform members about programs that meet their needs and interests.
- Respond to member questions and concerns, resolve issues, and follow through to completion.
- Enforce policies, rules, and regulations governing use of the swimming pool to prevent accidents.
- Respond to emergencies using appropriate procedures and techniques; know and carry out assigned responsibilities under the Emergency Action Plan.
- Attend required staff meetings and trainings.
- 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 colleagues.
- Demonstrate and develop competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
