Lead Swim Instructor - Mentor, Manage Lessons & Safety

YMCA of Superior California; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement benefits

Employee Assistance Program

CPR/First Aid Certification provided

Access to YMCA facilities

Paid time off

Job summary

YMCA of Superior California is seeking a Lead Swim Instructor to oversee swim lessons for participants of all ages and abilities. You will train and supervise Swim Instructors and provide emergency coverage as needed in a safe, welcoming, and disciplined environment aligned with YMCA aquatics programs.

Two years’ aquatics teaching experience is required, along with current Red Cross First Aid/CPR for the Professional Rescuer and YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience in aquatics teaching children and adults.
• Current American Red Cross certification in First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer (available upon hire)
• Current YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification (all available upon hire)
• Completion of the YMCA of Superior California Pre and Post-Employment Checklist.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Swim Lessons and Swim Instructors on shift.
• Oversee implementation of swim lessons and administrative duties.
• Remain knowledgeable of all YMCA Swim Lesson Curricula and lead staff using the curricula.
• Lead new staff through onboarding and shadow-shifts.
• Develops positive relationships with members and participants and provide motivational support.
• Respond to parent and participant questions in person, by phone and email.
• Work with risk management to ensure safety and smooth operation of lessons.
• Maintain attendance, progress reports, and participant payment confirmations.

Skills

Aquatics instruction

Staff supervision

Curriculum knowledge

Parent communication

Job description

YMCA of Superior California is seeking a Lead Swim Instructor to oversee swim lessons for participants of all ages and abilities. You will train and supervise Swim Instructors and provide emergency coverage as needed in a safe, welcoming, and disciplined environment aligned with YMCA aquatics programs.

Two years’ aquatics teaching experience is required, along with current Red Cross First Aid/CPR for the Professional Rescuer and YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification.