YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor

Ymca of Greater Omaha • Blair, NE

8d • $15 - $16 • Onsite

About The Position

The Swim Lesson Instructor supports the YMCA’s work to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Instructors create a safe and welcoming environment while teaching and motivating students. The role includes building relationships with students and parents, sharing information about aquatics programs, maintaining class records, following safety procedures, and organizing equipment. Instructors may also train and supervise Assistant Swim Instructors and participate in department and branch meetings or training.

This position is based at an aquatics facility and requires on-site attendance, regular pool use, and the ability to meet the physical demands of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Be at least 15 years of age.
• Demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Complete CPR/AED and First Aid training before the first shift if needed; training is provided by the YMCA.
• Complete all required abuse prevention training.
• Relate effectively to diverse groups across social and economic segments of the community.
• Successfully clear a background check.
• Follow youth boundaries policies and abuse risk management training.
• Report suspicious behavior and policy violations, and comply with mandated abuse reporting responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA training and curriculum.
• Build effective, authentic relationships with students and parents, help them connect with one another and the YMCA, encourage parent involvement, and identify potential volunteers.
• Share information about aquatics programs and schedules and refer students and parents to other programs as appropriate.
• Maintain required records, including attendance and progress reports.
• Follow YMCA policies, rules, regulations, procedures, and emergency and safety procedures; complete incident and accident reports as needed.
• Organize and put away class equipment and report damaged equipment.
• Train and supervise Assistant Swim Instructors as assigned.
• Participate in department and branch meetings and training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• YMCA-provided American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, including CPR for the Professional Rescuer.
• Free individual YMCA membership.
• YMCA program and childcare discounts.
• Flexible work attire; YMCA shirts are provided and employees choose their style.
• Tuition discounts, training and development, and opportunities to advance.
• 100% employer-paid retirement contribution of 12% of earnings after eligibility requirements are met, with no employee match or contribution required.
• Flexible schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed