Swim Lesson Instructor
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Swim Lesson Instructor professionally teaches 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 when needed, preventing accidents, and maintaining a safe, nurturing aquatic environment. The instructor creates a welcoming environment for students, teaches classes using the YMCA of the USA swim lesson program, monitors participant safety, tracks attendance and progress, prepares lesson plans, and communicates participant placement and progress to the Aquatics Director and parents. The instructor also promotes YMCA programs, responds to member questions and concerns, follows safety and compliance policies, attends required meetings and trainings, and demonstrates YMCA values and leadership competencies.
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 six strokes: 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 functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Nice To Haves
- American Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard Training certification.
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.
- Track participant progress using 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.
- 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 changing needs and interests.
- Respond to member questions and concerns, solve problems, and follow through to resolution.
- Prevent accidents by enforcing policies, rules, and regulations governing pool use.
- Respond immediately to emergencies using proper procedures and techniques; understand and carry out assigned Emergency Action Plan responsibilities.
- 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 fellow staff.
- 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
