Entry Level Swim Instructor

the Y; Milford (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join an established community-focused organization as an Entry Level Swim Instructor, where your daily efforts will make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families. This role offers the chance to engage with students in swimming classes, providing instruction and support while fostering a positive learning environment. You'll enjoy a rewarding career with flexible scheduling and a family-friendly atmosphere, along with benefits like free training and a signing bonus. If you are passionate about aquatics and eager to help others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

FREE Family Membership

Discounted Access to Programs

Flexible Scheduling

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Plan

$300 Signing Bonus

Free Training

Qualifications

• Must have CPR and First Aid certifications from Red Cross.
• YMCA Swim Instructor certification required after hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with swimming instruction and motivate students.
• Build relationships with students and parents.
• Maintain records and attend staff meetings.

Skills

Instructing swimming techniques

Observational skills

Ability to lift equipment

Education

Some high school education

CPR and First Aid certification

YMCA Swim Instructor certification

Job description

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the foundation of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than just a job—you’ll enjoy a career with the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.

LIKE BEING IN THE WATER?
MAKE A SPLASH WITH A JOB AT THE Y!

Now Hiring Entry Level Swim Instructors at the YMCA

YMCA Employee Benefits

• FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs
• Flexible Scheduling
• Family-friendly Work Environment
• Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan

General Function

The Entry Level Swim Instructor shadows and assists with instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes.

Education/Experience/Training/Certifications

• At minimum, some high school level education (over 16+ years of age)
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification and Emergency Oxygen from Red Cross
• Obtains YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent at first certification course offered by YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit after hire.

Position Benefits

• $300 Signing Bonus!
• Free Training!

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Shadows and prepares swimming lessons according to the YMCA guidelines.
• Builds authentic relationships with students and parents.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules as appropriate.
• Maintains records as required and attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Performs other assigned duties as directed by Supervisor.

Abilities & Skills

• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
• Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.

For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page (ymcadetroit.org/careers).

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit (“YMCA”) is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. The YMCA does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring or other terms or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, ethnicity, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military status or application or any other basis protected by state, federal or other applicable law.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our programs. We hold all staff, regardless of position, to the highest possible standards. We require all staff to be screened regularly and sign a code of conduct. All staff will be monitored when interacting with program participants. We take any inappropriate interactions between program participants and with staff very seriously and will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.