Inclusive Adaptive Swim Instructor

YMC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Benefits

Job summary

The YMCA of San Diego County is seeking an Adaptive Swim Instructor to deliver inclusive aquatic instruction for participants with diverse needs. You will adapt strokes, ensure safety, and use communication methods suited to each student.

This role requires strong teamwork and adherence to safety protocols. Ideal candidates have adaptive aquatics training, YMCA YSL or ARC WSI certification (or equivalent), and current CPR/AED, First Aid, and emergency oxygen credentials.

Qualifications

• Formal or informal education ensuring reading/writing ability with specialized adaptive training
• Shadowing-focused on ASD, CP, and sensory processing (up to 10 hours)
• Minimum 10 hours in-person training in adaptive aquatics (e.g., Swim Angelfish, YMCA Adaptive In-Service)
• YMCA Swim Lesson (YSL) or ARC WSI certification; ARC hires must obtain YMCA cert within 6 months
• CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer from ARC/ASHI/AHA
• First Aid certification from ARC/ASHI/AHA
• Emergency Oxygen administration certification from ARC/ASHI/AHA

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements lesson plans adapting strokes and safety skills to individual needs
• Maintains constant supervision and pool safety compliance
• Guides incremental skill progressions with ample practice time
• Corrects improper strokes with positive reinforcement and adaptive equipment
• Communicates with students via verbal, visual aids, or signs
• Administers First Aid/CPR as needed and handles emergencies
• Maintains ADA pool lifts and safety equipment
• Inspects and reports hazards to the Aquatic Director
• Collaborates with teammates and staff to promote positive culture
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Adaptive instruction

Communication

Safety protocols

Mentoring

Patience

Education

HS diploma

Adaptive aquatics training

1st aid/CPR training

Job description

The YMCA of San Diego County is seeking an Adaptive Swim Instructor to deliver inclusive aquatic instruction for participants with diverse needs. You will adapt strokes, ensure safety, and use communication methods suited to each student.

This role requires strong teamwork and adherence to safety protocols. Ideal candidates have adaptive aquatics training, YMCA YSL or ARC WSI certification (or equivalent), and current CPR/AED, First Aid, and emergency oxygen credentials.