Certified Swim Instructor — Safe, Engaging Lessons

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago; Lake Villa (IL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago seeks a Swim Instructor to deliver group and private swim lessons, upholding YMCA standards for curriculum, safety, and participant wellbeing. The role emphasizes a safe, welcoming environment and requires ongoing certifications and quarterly in-service training.

You will support the Aquatics team, maintain records, and assist in emergencies, while contributing to a positive experience for members and guests. Training and supervision are provided.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Must hold or complete YMCA Swim Lessons or ARC Water Safety Instructor certification along with CPR, First Aid, AED and Oxygen certification.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality instruction to diverse youth and maintaining safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver group and private swim lessons per YMCA curricula.
• Prepare progressive lesson plans to enhance participant experience.
• Maintain records such as attendance, progress, and achievement certificates.
• Enforce pool rules and supervise class participants for safety.
• Assist lifeguards and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Attend in-service trainings and staff meetings as scheduled.

Skills

Safety awareness

Emergency response

Leadership

Youth engagement

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

YMCA Swim Lessons certification

ARC Water Safety Instructor

CPR

First Aid

AED

Oxygen administration

Aquatics Academy training

Job description

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago seeks a Swim Instructor to deliver group and private swim lessons, upholding YMCA standards for curriculum, safety, and participant wellbeing. The role emphasizes a safe, welcoming environment and requires ongoing certifications and quarterly in-service training.

You will support the Aquatics team, maintain records, and assist in emergencies, while contributing to a positive experience for members and guests. Training and supervision are provided.