Swim Lesson Instructor

Olympic Peninsula YMCA•Port Townsend, WA

4d•$17 - $18

About The Position

Develops and implements high quality, engaging, and effective YMCA swim lessons to all participants. Creates appropriate lesson plans to ensure student learning objectives are met and exceeded. Promotes a positive atmosphere encouraging growth, safety, and engagement.

Requirements

16 years of age or older
Previous experience teaching swimming and/or developing lesson plans preferred
Ability to swim proficiently
Must possess strong organization and planning skills
Ability to relate well and communicate effectively and relate to a diverse group of individuals, in all circumstances
Pass comprehensive background check
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to respond to safety and emergency situations
Attends staff meetings and trainings are required and completes all online trainings which include child abuse prevention training within 30 days of hire
Upholds YMCA policies for safety, supervision, mandated reporting, and risk management. Adheres to policies related to boundaries with youths

Nice To Haves

YMCA Lifeguard certification or equivalent
Basic Life Support certification
Emergency oxygen administration certification

Responsibilities

Passion for high standards and believes in the YMCA mission of youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility
Develop strong relationships with participants and guardians
Engaging, motivating, and positive personality
Complies program statistics and provides data and reports as required for assigned program(s). Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of and participation in program(s)
Ensures that safety procedures are followed and that all programs follow YMCA standards, all relevant regulations, and other applicable standards
Ensures upkeep of related facilities and equipment
Accountable for all participants in assigned swim classes
Follow substitute procedures for staff
Actively participate in all swim lesson instructor in-service trainings and meetings
Submits hours worked accurately on electronic timecard; within timelines for supervisor approval
Other duties as assigned