Benjamin Harrison YMCA - Aquatics - Assistant Swim Lesson Instructor

Ymca Of Greater Indianapolis; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

20 hours per week of free child care

Flexible hours

Retirement

Discounted program fees

Professional development

Job summary

The Benjamin Harrison YMCA in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a part-time Assistant Swim Instructor to run swim lessons in alignment with YMCA safety standards. The role operates under the Program Coordinator or Aquatics Director and focuses on safe, engaging instruction for participants.

Eligibility includes age 14+, with certification requirements to be completed within stated timeframes; the position offers flexible scheduling and a supportive learning environment at the YMCA facility.

Qualifications

• Applicants aged 14-15 may apply.
• Demonstrates emotional maturity and judgment.
• Able to swim as determined by a swim test (stroke proficiency and treading water).
• First Aid certification must be current or obtained within 60 days of employment.
• Upon turning 16, obtain Lifeguard or Aquatic Safety Assistant certification or be able to obtain within 90 days.
• Ability to obtain YMCA certifications such as Basic Swim Lesson Instructor and/or Water Fitness Instructor.
• Current certifications or ability to obtain New Employee Orientation, Child Abuse Prevention and Safety and Risk Management within 60-90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Program Coordinator and/ or Aquatics Director, the Assistant Swim Instructor will provide safe and challenging swim lesson classes according the YMCA and safety guidelines.

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Benjamin Harrison YMCA - Indianapolis, IN 46216, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $10.00 - $10.00 Hourly, Job Category: Aquatics

Benefits Include:

• Free YMCA of Greater Indianapolis Membership
• 20 Hours Per Week of Free Child Care
• Flexible Hours/ Scheduling
• Retirement
• Discounted Program Fees
• Professional Development

Under the direction of the Program Coordinator and/ or Aquatics Director, the Assistant Swim Instructor will provide safe and challenging swim lesson classes according the YMCA and safety guidelines.

Qualifications:

• For individuals aged 14-15
• Demonstrates emotional maturity and judgment.
• Has the ability to swim as determined by passing a swim test. (Test consists of being able to complete the strokes in which you will be instructing, able to tread water for at least 2 minutes, etc.)
• Maintain current First Aid certification or obtain within 60 days of employment.
• Once turning 16 years (recommended age for completion of HCP CPR according to the American Heart Association), obtain current Lifeguard or Aquatic Safety Assistant certification or be able to obtain one within 90 days.
• Ability to obtain YMCA certifications such as Basic Swim Lesson Instructor and/ or Water Fitness Instructor.
• Current certifications or ability to obtain New Employee Orientation, Child Abuse Prevention and Safety and Risk Management within 60-90 days of employment.