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 instructor must maintain current certifications, follow emergency procedures, prevent accidents, and help maintain a safe, nurturing aquatic environment. The position delivers lessons using the YMCA of the USA swim lesson program, prepares session plans, tracks participant attendance and progress, and communicates about participant placement with the Aquatics Director and/or parents. The instructor also engages members by discussing YMCA programs, responding to questions and concerns, and following through to resolve issues. The instructor attends required staff meetings and trainings, follows YMCA safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk-management policies, and demonstrates YMCA values and leadership competencies in dealings with members, guests, volunteers, and staff. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
- Minimum age of 16.
- Current American Safety & Health Institute, American Red Cross, or American Heart Association BLS for the Professional Rescuer certification.
- Current Standard/Community First Aid certification.
- Current Emergency Oxygen Administration certification.
- Experience instructing swim lessons or coaching aquatic programs.
- Ability to swim each of the six strokes for 25 yards: 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 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
- 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 all class participants at all times.
- Maintain class rosters and check daily attendance.
- Assess and track participant 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 how to use teaching aids, flotation devices, toys, and other aquatic equipment effectively.
- Understand and promote YMCA programs, and inform members about programs that fit their changing needs and interests.
- Respond to member questions and concerns, solve problems, and follow through to resolution.
- Enforce policies, rules, and regulations governing pool use to prevent accidents.
- Respond immediately to emergencies using proper procedures and techniques.
- Know the Emergency Action Plan and carry out assigned emergency responsibilities.
- 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 fellow staff.
- 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
