Instructor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Minimum age of 16
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to demonstrate swim instruction skills and proper stroke technique to YMCA standards
• Dependable, on-time attendance
• Background check required for staff 18 and older
• Basic Life Support (CPR with Oxygen) and Basic First Aid, obtained and kept current
• Completion of YMCA Swim Lessons (YSL) training and any additional training offered by the Aquatic Director
• Strong swimming ability and the ability to apply rescue and first aid techniques
• Regularly enter the water for instruction and training
• Stand, kneel, bend, stoop, and reach overhead
• Lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally and remove individuals from the pool to the deck during a rescue
• Communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing; read situations, solve problems, and stay calm with upset or dissatisfied members

Nice To Haves

• Swim instruction experience is a plus, but we’ll train the right person

Responsibilities

• Teach lessons using prepared lesson plans that follow YMCA curriculum standards
• Keep constant eyes on every swimmer and maintain a safe class at all times
• Keep classes active so participants get the most out of their time in the pool
• Adapt instruction to each learner’s needs, whether teaching children or adults
• Celebrate progress and good behavior with positive reinforcement
• Assess each participant’s skills on the first day and let your supervisor know if anyone should be moved to a different level
• Keep skill sheets current with accurate records of attendance and skills achieved
• Complete and hand out progress reports before each new registration session opens
• Maintain attendance and other required records
• Build genuine relationships with swimmers and their families and help them feel part of the Y community
• Encourage parent involvement and identify families who may be interested in volunteering
• Set up and put away class equipment
• Follow all YMCA and pool policies, including emergency and safety procedures, and help complete incident or accident reports when needed
• Attend scheduled trainings and help train new instructors when asked
• Communicate time-off requests to your supervisor and secure a qualified sub for any schedule conflicts

Benefits

• Complimentary individual YMCA membership for staff who work at least 16 hours per quarter