Are you looking for a company that inspires you to do great things? We are looking for leaders that want the opportunity to improve their community, teach others healthy habits, and impact the lives of hundreds of youths.
At the YMCA we are on a relentless quest to make our communities stronger through people like you working within our 12 branches.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF A SWIM INSTRUCTOR:
Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with Y guidelines, aligned with the Y-USA curriculum.
Prepare session and lesson plans accordingly for all classes and levels taught, adjust as needed.
Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA.
Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and refers to other available programs.
Maintains records as required (i.
e.
, attendance, progress reports, incident reports, etc.
).
Follows all policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
Organizes and puts away needed class equipment.
Reports damaged or needed equipment.
Serves as a role model to participants and lives the vision and values of the YMCA movement.
Create a mission-based environment which enables everyone to be engaged in the YMCA movement.
Attends all staff meetings and in-service training; trains and supervises class aides as assigned.
*This is not an exhaustive list of job duties.
Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned.
REQUIREMENTS TO BE A SWIM INSTRUCTOR:
Minimum age of 16.
Ability to maintain a level of physical and mental readiness.
Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
Ability to intentionally incorporate the YMCA Program Goals into each session of swim lessons.
Ability to effectively communicate information with members, peers, and supervisors.
Must be observant, safety conscious, and able to react calmly and quickly in an emergency.
Ability to think in the abstract, solve problems, and make quick decisions under stress.
Immediately notify the appropriate staff of any broken equipment or unsafe aspects of the pool.
PART TIME BENEFITS:
Free YMCA Staff Membership
Discounted Family Membership
Program Discounts
Paid Sick Leave (after 90 days of employment)
Employee Assistant Program
Employee & Employer Retirement Contribution Options
OUR YMCA CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture.
In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.
We are welcoming: we are open to all.
We are a place where you can belong and become.
We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.
We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.
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