Swim Instructor

YMCA
Hourly
$19.00
$19.50
How to Apply
Apply Online
Resumes Accepted Until
Teach kids life-saving skills in a coastal community!
Job Description

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, this position is responsible for assuring the safety of all those in the pool area by being at their assigned lifeguard station, alert, enforcing all pool rules, and complying with other duties as assigned, including but not limited to instructing lessons and conducting programs in accordance with the purposes and policies of the Association. The lifeguard ensures a safe environment and high-quality service to all members, parents, children, guests, staff, and volunteers.

Qualifications
  • Minimum 16 years of age
  • Current YMCA Swim Lesson (YSL) Certification or American Red Cross WSI Certification (must obtain YSL within 6 months)
  • Experience instructing swim lessons preferred
  • Must pass written and practical skills exam prior to duty
  • Current CPR PRO/AED and must be from one of the following certifying organizations:
    • American Red Cross
    • American Heart Association or
    • American Safety & Health Institute
Essential Functions
  • Enforce safety rules and follows appropriate discipline guidelines
  • Ensure that practice time is sufficient for all students to learn skills
  • Follow logical skill progressions, and covers appropriate amount on information in time available
  • Recognize and correct improper strokes or skills using positive feedback
  • Communicate effectively with students in a patient, friendly manner
  • Administer First Aid and/or CPR as necessary
  • Report any hazards or problems to Director immediately
  • Educate participants regarding rules and regulations of pool area
  • Ability to work effectively with others in alignment with the YMCA 4 Core Values
  • Model the 4 Core Values in all aspects of position responsibilities
  • Visual and auditory ability to critical incidents, and the physical ability to act swiftly in emergency situations
  • Ability to adequately observe participants’ activities, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate policies and procedures
  • Other duties as assigned needs to be included to all roles