Adaptive Aquatic Instructor - Wilson

Family YMCA of Greater Augusta; Murray Hill (GA); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training

Supportive team

Purpose-driven work

Job summary

Family YMCA of Greater Augusta is seeking an Adaptive Aquatic Instructor to lead swimming sessions for individuals with diverse abilities in a warm, therapeutic pool environment. This part-time role offers $9.75/hour at Katie's Pool.

You bring inclusion, strong swimming skills, and CPR/First Aid within 30 days; WS I/YSLI preferred. You will work with volunteers and help participants gain strength and independence while supporting entry/exit to the pool.

Qualifications

• Inclusion and service-minded approach.
• Strong swimming skills and teamwork.
• CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days; WSI/YSLI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach adapted swim and water-based movement.
• Help participants gain strength, balance, and independence.
• Assist entry/exit to the pool, including wheelchair transfers.
• Collaborate with other instructors and volunteers.
• Uphold YMCA values: Caring, Honesty, Respect & Responsibility.

Skills

Swimming skills

Team player

Inclusion mindset

Education

CPR/First Aid certification

WSI/YSLI preferred

Tools

WSI/YSLI certification

Job description

Dive Into a Meaningful Role – Adaptive Aquatic Instructor Wanted!

Part-Time | $9.75/hour | Katie's Pool – Therapeutic Setting

Ready to make a splash and a difference? Join our team at the YMCA as an Adaptive Aquatic Instructor! We're looking for energetic, compassionate, and water-loving individuals to lead swimming sessions for individuals with diverse abilities in a warm, therapeutic pool environment.

What You'll Do:

• Teach adapted swim and water-based movement
• Help participants gain strength, balance, and independence
• Support entry/exit to the pool (sometimes with wheelchairs)
• Team up with other awesome instructors and volunteers
• Live the YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect & Responsibility

What You Bring:

• A heart for inclusion and service
• Strong swimming skills and a team-player mindset
• CPR/First Aid within 30 days
• WSI/YSLI preferred (but we'll help you get there!)
• Pass a background and drug screening

Perks:

• Be part of something bigger – enhancing lives through water
• Ongoing training and a supportive team
• A pool of fun and purpose in every shift!

We are a drugfree workplace.