Flexible Part-Time Swim Instructor — Teach & Inspire

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360

Flexible scheduling around school and

Paid Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) andWell

Wellness program and LifeMart discount

Professional training, education, and

20% discount on YMCA programs, daycare

Job summary

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor at Mel Korum Family YMCA in Puyallup, WA. You will lead swimming classes, teach basic to advanced skills, and promote water safety for diverse youth participants.

The role requires minimum 15 years of age, basic swimming ability, and a commitment to inclusive programming. Training and background checks are part of the onboarding process.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Six months or more of related experience (preferred).
• Ability to demonstrate basic swimming skills.
• Comfort and enthusiasm for working in and around the water.
• Experience working with youth and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (WA Fair Chance Act).
• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other required trainings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare class lesson plans with a progression of skills for ages and abilities.
• Safely instruct swimming lessons in basic and advanced stroke skills per class level and YMCA guidelines.
• Complete accident and incident reports.
• Keep accurate records of lesson attendance and skill progression.
• Communicate with parents using session report cards.

Skills

Age requirement

Related experience

Swimming skills

Water safety

Youth & diversity experience

Background checks

Training compliance

Job description

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor at Mel Korum Family YMCA in Puyallup, WA. You will lead swimming classes, teach basic to advanced skills, and promote water safety for diverse youth participants.

The role requires minimum 15 years of age, basic swimming ability, and a commitment to inclusive programming. Training and background checks are part of the onboarding process.