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Swim Coach

YMCA of Metropolitan Denver•Arvada, CO
•Onsite

About The Position

The YMCA of Metropolitan Denver is looking for an energetic Swim Coach/Instructor who can bring encouragement, enthusiasm, and a little splash of fun to every lesson. You’ll help swimmers build confidence, improve their skills, master new strokes, and celebrate those awesome “I DID IT!” moments — from first-time swimmers to those ready to take their abilities to the next level. No boring desk. No two days exactly alike. Just you, the pool, a great Y team, and the chance to make a real difference. Teach skills that last a lifetime Help swimmers grow stronger and more confident Bring the encouragement — we’ll bring the pool Be part of a team that puts people and community first Have fun while doing work that matters If the pool is your happy place, we want to meet you! POSITION SUMMARY Instructor Aquatics, working as part of the Aquatics team, will deliver world-class customer service and relationship building skills to create a welcoming environment at the YMCA. The individual will be responsible for providing a safe swim instruction for participants. The incumbent will also exhibit the core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in all aspects of their work with the YMCA.

Requirements

  • Minimum 21 years of age
  • Swim Lesson Certification
  • CPR/AED and First Aid within 30 days of hire
  • Strong communication and listening skills are required
  • Comply with YMCA abuse prevention policies, including screening, training, supervision, and reporting requirements.

Nice To Haves

  • Listen First within 6 months of hire or an action plan in place

Responsibilities

  • Always maintain pool safety during swimming lessons; deliver lessons that provide students the best opportunity to acquire skills for their level
  • Educate participants on pool rules and enforce rules as required
  • Remain current on all CPR, First Aid and other safety certification training
  • Report all accidents and incidents to your supervisor immediately using proper forms
  • Be visible to members at all times-work towards branch membership retention goals
  • Keep daily attendance records and complete level skill sheets
  • Be in the water 50-100% of class time
  • Communicate with all participants/parents if class is being cancelled and/or rescheduled
  • Be knowledgeable and supportive of the YMCA annual support campaign, and general procedures and policies, including personnel guidelines, facility access procedures, membership policies, and emergency plans

Benefits

  • Free individual membership
  • Program discounts
  • Generous Retirement Contribution Options -Includes company contribution of 10% once eligibility is met
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked
  • Paid Time off for those scheduled and working 20+ per week

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