Aquatic Instructor

Jobtailor; Lansdowne (Delaware County); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a dedicated Lifeguard and Swim Instructor for our YMCA-affiliated aquatic program. Duties include monitoring pool safety, performing Lifeguard II/Head Lifeguard duties, teaching swimming per YMCA guidelines, and maintaining records. You will respond to emergencies, enforce pool rules, and communicate program information to members.

Certifications in CPR/AED and First Aid are required. Join a team that emphasizes safety, professional appearance, and positive relationships

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 15.
• Certifications: Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR/AED, and First Aid.
• Completion of required trainings.

Responsibilities

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area while pool is in operation.
• Performs lifeguard duties with Lifeguard II and/or Head Lifeguard.
• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff while enforcing pool rules and regulations.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs.
• Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Completes accident/incident reports for any occurrences while on duty.
• Maintains a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
• Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings.

Skills

Lifeguarding

Swimming Instruction

CPR/AED Certification

First Aid Certification

Emergency Response

Record Keeping

Job description

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area while pool is in operation.
• Performs lifeguard duties with Lifeguard II and/or Head Lifeguard.
• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff while enforcing pool rules and regulations.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs.
• Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Completes accident/incident reports for any occurrences while on duty.
• Maintains a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
• Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 15.
• Certifications: Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR/AED, and First Aid.
• Completion of required trainings.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in lifeguarding and swimming instruction while ensuring safety and compliance with YMCA policies. Maintains strong relationships with members and effectively communicates information regarding aquatics programs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Lifeguard Duties
• Swimming Instruction
• CPR/AED Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Emergency Response

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Lifeguarding
• Swimming Lesson Planning
• Record Keeping
• Safety Rule Application
• Accident Reporting

Soft Skills

• Positive Relationship Building
• Professional Attitude
• Effective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• American Heart Association CPR/AED
• American Red Cross CPR/AED
• First Aid Certification

Industry Keywords

• YMCA Guidelines
• Aquatics Programs
• Emergency Procedures
• Pool Rules Enforcement