Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, the swim instructor delivers the YMCA swim lesson curriculum in group swim lessons and private/semi-private swim lessons. The swim instructor will be responsible for building strong and confident swimmers by creating opportunities that build a sense of achievement and ensure their safety in and around water.
Salary Range: $28.00 per hour
Department: Aquatics
Employment Type: Part-time hourly, Non-Exempt
Days/Hours: Varies, 2-10 hours per week.
Essential Functions
- Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly that meet the needs of the participants.
- Communicates and builds effective relationships with swimmers and parents.
- Communicates information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers swimmers and parents to other programs.
- Responsible for the safety of the participants in their classes. Acts immediately and appropriately in the event of an emergency.
- Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, incident and accident reports, etc.).
- Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
- Adheres to all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
Experience/Education/Certification Requirements:
- Minimum age of 18.
- 3+ years experience.
- Must be able to demonstrate the required skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
- Ability to work with and relate to people of all ages and abilities.
- Must have the ability to solve problems as they arise and perform tasks without supervision.
- Ability to communicate with staff and participants in clear, concise manner.
- Ability to handle questions, complaints and concerns from staff, members, and participants in a friendly, courteous and professional manner
- Must enforce policies, rules and regulations of the AquaticCenter.
- Responsible for all shifts assigned.
- Required to attend all in-service trainings.
- Respond to patrons as appropriate or redirect them to a supervisor/manager.
- Report any suspected child abuse to a supervisor or aquatic management staff.
- Must have basic computer skills, including the ability to respond to email.
- Must be able to complete online testing, when required.
- Must be comfortable with children in deep water.
To apply, send resume to: [email protected]
All McGaw YMCA employees are required to support the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention. The YMCA enforces its policies and practices to prevent child abuse. The McGaw YMCA will not tolerate the mistreatment or abuse of youth in its programs. All reports of suspicious or inappropriate behavior with youth or an allegation of abuse will be taken seriously. Because of our concern for the welfare of children, the McGaw YMCA has developed standards, guidelines, and training to aid in the detection and prevention of child abuse. In addition, employees are screened, and background checks are conducted as a part of the hiring process.