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 role requires maintaining current certifications, following emergency procedures, preventing accidents, and maintaining a safe, nurturing aquatic environment. The instructor creates a welcoming environment, teaches classes using the YMCA of the USA swim lesson program, monitors participant safety, tracks attendance and skill progress, prepares lesson plans, and communicates participant placement and progress to the Aquatics Director and/or parents. The role also includes helping members learn about YMCA programs, responding to questions and concerns, attending required meetings and trainings, and following YMCA safety, supervision, mandated-reporting, and risk-management policies. The position is part-time, up to 29 hours, in Torrance, California.
Requirements
- Be at least 16 years old.
- Maintain current BLS for the Professional Rescuer and Standard/Community First Aid certifications from the American Safety & Health Institute, American Red Cross, or American Heart Association.
- Maintain Emergency Oxygen Administration certification.
- Have experience instructing swim lessons or coaching aquatic programs.
- Demonstrate the ability to swim 25 yards of each of six strokes: front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, elementary backstroke, and butterfly.
- Tread water for two minutes using two different kicks.
- Swim with proficiency and endurance.
- React appropriately and remain calm and efficient when caring for problems.
- Know proper swimming techniques.
- Have the 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 all students.
- Teach classes using the YMCA of the USA swim lesson program.
- Maintain 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.
- Regularly communicate proper participant placement to the Aquatics Director and/or parents.
- 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, discuss, and promote YMCA programs, and inform members about programs that suit their changing needs and interests.
- Respond to member questions and concerns, problem-solve, and follow through to resolve issues.
- Prevent accidents by enforcing policies, rules, and regulations for pool users.
- Respond promptly 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.
- Follow 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 staff.
- Develop and demonstrate competencies in mission advancement, collaboration, operational effectiveness, and personal growth.
- Perform other duties 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
