Swim Instructor

YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Individual and Family YMCA Membership

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor at John W. Lindsay YMCA. You will supervise participants, deliver aquatic programming, and ensure a safe, inclusive learning space in line with YMCA values.

Reporting to the Aquatics Manager, you will help provide quality instruction for youth and adults, maintain safety standards, and work with a team while sometimes adjusting hours to meet program needs.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of delivering aquatic youth/adult programming and/or lifeguarding experience.
• Certification in NLS/WSI or Red Cross WSI; YMCA instruction experience is an asset.
• Certification as a Swim Instructor (YMCA/Red Cross/LS) is preferred.
• Demonstrated safety mindset with Standard First Aid/CPR.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bilingual ability is an asset (e.g., French, Arabic).
• Ability to work independently or in a team; flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Supervise participants at all times to maintain a safe environment and ensure policy compliance.
• Provide water rescue, first aid, and follow-up; complete safety documentation as required.
• Inspect facility public areas to identify hazards and address maintenance issues.
• Develop and deliver Aquatics programming aligned with YMCA values and standards.
• Foster positive relationships with participants, community members, staff and volunteers through effective communication.

Skills

1-3 years experience in aquatics

Safety conscious mindset

First Aid/CPR certification

Strong communication skills

Customer service skills

Teamwork and independence

Ability to work irregular hours

Education

NLS, Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor or Red Cross WSI certification

YMCA Swim Instructor or equivalent certification

Job description

Position Title: Swim Instructor

Reports To: Aquatics Manager

Position Status: Part-Time

Salary: $16.60 - $18.60 per hour

Location: John W. Lindsay YMCA

The YMCA is a place where everyone belongs. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all, in a welcoming space that is both nurturing and fun in a community of shared responsibilities, where children and families can thrive.

There are lots of places to work, but few opportunities to do work that really matters, and the Y is one of those rare places. When you join our team, you don't just get a job, you'll embark on an exciting path in career development. You will be part of a team that provides children, youth, and adults of all ages a sense of belonging in their community.

The Opportunity

Our Aquatics team plays an important role in ensuring our aquatics department is a safe and inclusive space, that offers excellence in its facilitation and delivery of Aquatics lessons for all participants. Reporting to the Aquatics Manager, our aquatics staff are integral to ensure our core values and mandate are delivered in a meaningful, safe, positive and inclusive way for each participant.

Responsibilities

• Supervise participants at all times and ensure a safe environment in regard to conduct, safety education/intervention, regulatory and policy compliance, and equipment usage
• Recognize and prevent potentially dangerous situations, using approved techniques for supervision of aquatic areas and users, in emergency situations; providing water rescue, first aid, and follow up. Complete any safety documentation and reporting as required
• Conduct routine inspections of facility's' public areas to ensure hazards are corrected and mitigated, maintenance issues are addressed, and participant safety is maintained
• Develop and deliver Aquatics programming, in keeping with YMCA Core Value System, Swim Instructor Guidelines, Serving All Members (SAM) standards, and ensuring a high level of participant satisfaction
• Build, foster, and maintain positive working relationships with participants, community members, staff and volunteers through positive internal/external communications, timely response to questions and issue resolution

Qualifications & Skills

• 1-3 years experience in delivery of aquatic youth and adult programming and/or lifeguarding
• NLS, Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor or Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification; previous YMCA swim instruction experience an asset
• YMCA Swim Instructor, or Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, or Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor
• Demonstrated safety conscious mindset and Standard First Aid/CPR certification required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bilingual in French, Arabic, etc. an asset
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work irregular hours as required

We Offer

• Individual and Family YMCA Membership options

Conditions of Employment

• A clear Child Abuse Register Check
• A current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check (must be dated less than 6 months from hire date)
• Completion of YMCA’s Child Safeguarding Orientation on or before first day of employment
• A valid First Aid and CPR certificate

Please note that background checks are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Consideration for employment is based on Child Safeguarding requirements and the nature of the position, and an offense may not eliminate a candidate from employment at the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth.

The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.