Inclusive Youth Swim Instructor

YMC; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free personal membership

Earned Paid Leave

Training and advancement opportunities

Mentoring and retirement benefits

Job summary

YMCA of Southern Maine seeks a part-time swim instructor to develop and deliver safe, enriching youth and family swim programs under the guidance of the Program Director. You will teach group swim lessons, support YMCA activities, and promote a welcoming, inclusive environment for all participants in Biddeford, ME.

Qualifications include being 16 or older, experience with youth, required certifications (CPR/AED/First Aid, Emergency O2, and Redwoods Child Safety Training within 30 days), and a

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Experience working with youth preferred.
• Certifications are required for this position and training will be provided.
• Criminal background check is required and may include fingerprinting by OCFS, paid by YMCA of Southern Maine.
• Ability to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, enriching, and effective swim instruction for youth and families.
• Educate members on current principles, practices, and health information relevant to swimming.
• Assist with special YMCA activities and events and support programming as needed.
• Maintain a safe environment and model equity, inclusion, and respect for all participants.

Skills

Youth program instruction

Safety awareness

Reliability

Communication

Education

CPR/AED/First Aid certification

Emergency O2 training

Redwoods Child Safety Training (or within 30 days of hire)

Job description

YMCA of Southern Maine seeks a part-time swim instructor to develop and deliver safe, enriching youth and family swim programs under the guidance of the Program Director. You will teach group swim lessons, support YMCA activities, and promote a welcoming, inclusive environment for all participants in Biddeford, ME.

Qualifications include being 16 or older, experience with youth, required certifications (CPR/AED/First Aid, Emergency O2, and Redwoods Child Safety Training within 30 days), and a