Impactful Swim Instructor - Safe Lessons & Growth

YMCA of Greater Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Houston is looking for a Swim Lesson Instructor to lead instructional swimming, promote water safety, and create a positive learning atmosphere for youth and adults. You will enforce safety standards, manage class equipment, and provide constructive feedback to participants and parents during lessons.

Responsibilities include maintaining accurate attendance and progress records, performing equipment checks, and participating in required trainings.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16 years.
• YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification required.
• ASHI certifications for CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen, Child Abuse Prevention Training, Information Security and Awareness, Workplace Harassment and Bullying, Universal Precautions, and New Staff Orientation required prior to first shift.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups within the community.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership, instruction and motivation for swimming participants.
• Maintains safety and follows YMCA policies and procedures.
• Conducts swim lessons as assigned with appropriate teaching techniques.
• Develops swimming and water safety skills using effective patterns and equipment.
• Gives feedback to students and celebrates progress.
• Addresses parent concerns and communicates with aquatics leadership.
• Keeps attendance and progress records as required.
• Performs daily equipment checks and prepares equipment for class.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• May conduct private lessons or other aquatics programs as needed.
• Reports suspicious behavior and follows abuse reporting requirements.
• Meets timelines and payroll/timekeeping requirements.

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Houston is looking for a Swim Lesson Instructor to lead instructional swimming, promote water safety, and create a positive learning atmosphere for youth and adults. You will enforce safety standards, manage class equipment, and provide constructive feedback to participants and parents during lessons.

Responsibilities include maintaining accurate attendance and progress records, performing equipment checks, and participating in required trainings.