Impactful Swim Instructor — Build Confidence & Safety

rockriverymca; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Belvidere Family YMCA is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor to deliver swimming lessons and promote safety and confidence in young swimmers. You will teach using YMCA curricula and help foster a welcoming, inclusive environment for families attending classes.

The role emphasizes caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and faith as part of the YMCA values, with duties that include tracking progress and supporting program operations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Certifications required within 90 days of hire: Basic Life Support, Basic First Aid, Emergency Use of Medical Oxygen, and YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor V6.
• Ability to demonstrate swim instructor skills per YMCA standards.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion awareness is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons using YMCA curriculum, lesson plans, and tools.
• Create a positive, encouraging environment for swimmers of all levels.
• Serve as a YMCA role model by upholding core values and service standards.
• Build relationships with students and families to encourage participation.
• Maintain safety by following pool rules, policies, and emergency procedures.
• Set up, organize, and store class equipment before and after lessons.
• Train and guide class aides as assigned.

Skills

Swim instruction

Child interaction

Safety awareness

Positive role model

Job description

Belvidere Family YMCA is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor to deliver swimming lessons and promote safety and confidence in young swimmers. You will teach using YMCA curricula and help foster a welcoming, inclusive environment for families attending classes.

The role emphasizes caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and faith as part of the YMCA values, with duties that include tracking progress and supporting program operations.