Swim Instructor (Oakland Y)

YMCA ofthe East Bay; Broadway; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to empowering youth and strengthening communities. As a swim instructor, you will have the rewarding opportunity to teach individuals of all ages how to be safe and confident in the water. This part-time role is perfect for those who enjoy working with children and are passionate about water safety. With flexible hours and comprehensive training provided, you can develop your skills while making a meaningful impact in your community. Enjoy the benefits of a free YMCA membership and become part of a diverse and inclusive team that values every member's contribution.

Benefits

Free YMCA membership

On-the-job training

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and have CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Ability to swim in shallow water is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach swimming to various age groups, from infants to adults.
• Ensure safety and comfort in the water for all participants.

Skills

Swimming

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Teaching Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The YMCA of the East Bay, one of the largest YMCA’s in the country, is looking for lifeguards for the Oakland YMCA in Oakland, CA. The Oakland YMCA has a 7 lane indoor pool which is open year round.

The mission of the YMCA of the East Bay is: To empower youth, advance health and strengthen communities.

For more information about the Y, visit www.ymcaeastbay.org.

Job Description

This is a great part-time job for students, retirees, and everyone in between who likes the water and working with kids. Our swim instructors teach people of all ages (infants through adults) how to be comfortable and safe in the water with the goal to increase water competency in our community. We provide ample in-service training to hone instructors’ swimming knowledge and technical skill as well as developing class organization and management strategies. Applicants need not be highly proficient swimmers themselves as long as they are open to learning on job and can swim the following basic requirements in shallow water:

We are currently looking for swim instructor applicants with ongoing availability for at least one of the following session blocks:

• Mondays/Wednesdays, 4:15-7:00 or 4:15-7:45pm
• Tuesdays/Thursdays, 4:15-7:00 or 4:15-7:45pm
• Saturdays, 10:45am-2:00pm

Compensation:
$20.50-$21.50/hour DOE
On the job training
Free YMCA membership!

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications for Swim Instructors:

• Minimum of 16 years of age
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer (within 90 days of hire)
• Standard First Aid (within 90 days of hire)
• Demonstrated ability to swim in shallow(YMCA Minnow or ARC Level 4 Swimming Level)

Additional Information

We strive to build a staff team that reflects the broad diversity of our community. We are a proud equal opportunity employer.

You can apply directly for this position here:https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/YOU1010YMCAE/JobBoard/88cbfbf4-7090-43f2-847e-6e6f480acf71/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=4e568f89-c866-4294-bbe6-d2ccdb48a941