Swim Lesson Instructor (5038)
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 surrounding 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 delivers the YMCA of the USA swim lesson program, prepares lesson plans, monitors and assesses participant progress, maintains attendance records, and communicates about participant placement. The role also involves promoting YMCA programs, responding to member questions and concerns, attending required meetings and trainings, and upholding YMCA safety, supervision, mandated-reporting, and risk-management policies. In all interactions, the instructor is expected to demonstrate YMCA values and develop competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
Requirements
- Minimum age of 16.
- Current BLS for the Professional Rescuer certification from the American Safety & Health Institute, American Red Cross, or American Heart Association.
- Current Standard/Community First Aid certification.
- Current Emergency Oxygen Administration 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.
- Ability to swim with 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 functions of the job, 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 all students.
- Teach classes using the YMCA of the USA swim lesson program.
- Be responsible for the safety of class participants at all times.
- Maintain class rosters and record 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.
- 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 may 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.
- Know the Emergency Action Plan, understand the assigned role, and carry out emergency responsibilities when necessary.
- 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.
- 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
