Temporary Part-Time Youth Swim Instructor (American Red Cross Certified or YMCA of USA Certified)
About The Position
The Temporary Part-Time Youth Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate swim lessons to children and youth of varying skill levels. The instructor will follow Mercy Street Learn-to-Swim curriculum standards, promote water safety, and create a positive learning environment that encourages confidence, skill development, and enjoyment of aquatic activities. The ideal candidate is energetic, dependable, patient, and passionate about helping children learn life-saving swimming skills while maintaining a safe aquatic environment.
Requirements
- Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification or YMCA Swim Instructor Certification.
- Minimum age of 16 years.
- Ability to demonstrate all required swim strokes and water skills necessary for instruction.
- Current American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid certification
- Experience teaching or working with children and youth preferred.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as program schedules require.
- Ability to safely enter and exit the pool and remain in the water for extended periods.
- Lifeguard certification.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual (English/Spanish).
- Experience serving diverse youth populations.
- Prior experience with community-based aquatics programs
Responsibilities
- Teach group and private swim lessons to youth ages 3 years through 99 years using Mercy Street Learn-to-Swim guidelines.
- Assess participant skill levels and provide instruction appropriate to individual abilities.
- Develop lesson plans and conduct classes that promote water safety, stroke development, and swimming proficiency.
- Maintain a safe and supportive environment for all participants.
- Monitor student progress and provide feedback to participants and parents/guardians.
- Enforce facility rules, safety procedures, and emergency action plans.
- Maintain accurate attendance, progress records, and incident reports as required.
- Assist with swim evaluations, aquatic events, and special programs.
- Inspect instructional equipment before and after classes and report any safety concerns.
- Communicate professionally with participants, parents, staff, and community partners.
- Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and in-service sessions.
Benefits
- 10–25 hours per week.
- Flexible schedule including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and seasonal programming.
- Competitive hourly wage based on certifications, experience, and program needs.
- Work in a fun, faith-filled environment.
- Opportunities to grow in leadership, ministry, and youth outreach.
- Be a part of a mission that transforms lives – in and out of the water.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
