Dynamic Swim Instructor: Group & Private Lessons

YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago seeks a Swim Instructor to deliver group and private lessons, uphold curriculum and safety standards, and support a positive, inclusive environment for swimmers of all ages. The role maintains instructor certifications (YMCA/ARC), CPR, First Aid, AED, and Oxygen administration, while participating in quarterly in-service trainings.

Responsibilities include implementing curricula, planning progressive lessons, keeping attendance and progress records, enforcing

Qualifications

• Current YMCA Swim Lessons or ARC Water Safety Instructor certification or must successfully complete the YMCA’s Aquatics Academy training program resulting in certification.
• Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide a high-quality of instruction using age-appropriate practices.
• Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200 lb. person.
• Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations in order to assure the safety of all swimmers.
• Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aid effectively.
• Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Team competencies in previous experience or practice.
• Meets physical qualifications required for certification in job

Responsibilities

• Effectively implements YMCA swim curricula for various levels and populations depending on class needs as outlined by the standards of the YMCA.
• Prepares progressive lesson plans to enhance the experience of program participants.
• Prepares reports and maintains records, including attendance records, skills sheets, progress reports, and monthly Certificates of Achievement.
• Enforces aquatic rules and policies by maintaining constant surveillance of class participants by not turning their back to the class.
• Acts as a secondary responder in case of injury, accident, or illness in pool area and provides backup to lifeguards as needed in emergencies and crowd control.
• Reports injuries and completes required forms.
• Sets up the facility or equipment, and stores equipment upon completion of class. Immediately notify the supervisor of any broken equipment or unsafe aspects of the pool.
• Attends all in-service trainings and staff meetings as scheduled by supervisor or center leadership.
• Maintains job-related certifications and documents completion of certifications in the HR information system
• Supports the mission and vision of the YMCA as assigned
• Provides leadership to other team members (Level 3)

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago seeks a Swim Instructor to deliver group and private lessons, uphold curriculum and safety standards, and support a positive, inclusive environment for swimmers of all ages. The role maintains instructor certifications (YMCA/ARC), CPR, First Aid, AED, and Oxygen administration, while participating in quarterly in-service trainings.

Responsibilities include implementing curricula, planning progressive lessons, keeping attendance and progress records, enforcing