Swim Lesson Instructor II (Summer Outreach Program)

YMCA of Greenville; Taylors Road; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established nonprofit organization is looking for a dedicated Swim Instructor for its Summer Outreach Program. This role involves teaching swimming skills and water safety to youth participants aged 4-17, while fostering a welcoming and supportive environment. As a positive role model, you will adapt lessons to meet individual needs, ensure safety through routine checks, and maintain communication with parents and supervisors. Join a mission-driven team committed to strengthening the community through youth development and healthy living, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Instant access to earned wages

Free individual Y membership

75% discount on upgraded memberships

50% discount on programs

12% retirement contribution

403b retirement savings plan

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old with 1 year of experience.
• Strong swimming skills and knowledge of water safety.

Responsibilities

• Teach swimming lessons to youth, focusing on fundamental strokes.
• Ensure participant safety and maintain compliance with pool rules.
• Communicate regularly with supervisors and parents about progress.

Skills

Swimming Skills

Communication Skills

Teaching Skills

Water Safety Knowledge

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR/First Aid Certification

Lifeguard Certification

Job description

Overview

The YMCA of Greenville is a dynamic and rapidly growing association that seeks to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Swim Instructor for the Summer Outreach Program is responsible for teaching swimming skills and water safety to youth participants. This individual will serve as a positive role model and create a welcoming and supportive learning environment.

Not only will you be part of amazing mission driven work, we offer the following benefits for our Part-time Staff:

• Work Today, Get Paid Today!!! Instant access to your earned wages before payday.
• Free individual Y membership, with 75% discount on upgraded memberships.
• 50% Discount on Programs, including Childcare, Sports, Aquatics, and Personal Training.
• 12% Retirement Contribution once fully vested.
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan.

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.

Responsibilities

• Teach swimming lessons to youth (ages 4–17), focusing on fundamental strokes: freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly.
• Demonstrate and instruct proper swim techniques and water safety practices.
• Adapt lessons to accommodate the needs and skill levels of individuals and groups.
• Ensure participant safety by conducting routine safety checks and maintaining compliance with pool rules.
• Serve as a positive role model by displaying professionalism, punctuality, and a positive attitude.
• Communicate regularly and clearly with supervisors, parents, and participants about goals, progress, and safety expectations.
• Assist the Swim Coordinator in tracking attendance, swim skill levels, and participant progress.
• Manage YMCA equipment transported to off-site outreach locations.
• Work off-site and liaise directly with management at participating apartment communities.
• Support overall program logistics and help maintain a high-quality, community-focused outreach initiative.

Other expectations

• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
• Attend/complete required abuse risk management training.
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
• Follow mandated reporting requirements.
• Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 16 years old with at least 1 year of experience.
• Knowledge about conducting swim lessons and related operations.
• Strong swimming skills and thorough knowledge of swimming fundamentals and water safety.
• Ability to demonstrate and teach basic swim strokes and water safety skills.
• Must complete New Staff Orientation, Child Abuse Prevention, and Blood Borne Pathogen training within the first 30 days of employment.
• Lifeguard Certification (current or obtained before program start).
• CPR/First Aid Aquatics Certification & AED Certification, and Oxygen Certification (current or obtained before program start).

BENEFICIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience working with children and teens is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to connect with supervisors, parents, and young participants.
• Reliable, friendly, and committed to the program schedule.