Lead Swim Instructor - Rollingwood YMCA

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health benefits (Medical

Dental, Vision for full-time employees

Retirement benefits

Employee Assistance Program

CPR/First Aid certification provided

Facility and program access

Paid time off

Training and staff development

Job summary

YMCA of Superior California is seeking a Lead Swim Instructor to oversee swim lessons for all ages, supervise instructors, and provide emergency coverage. You will promote a safe, welcoming, and disciplined environment in alignment with YMCA aquatics programs.

The role emphasizes leading onboarding, coordinating lesson delivery across branches, and maintaining accurate records. Certification requirements include First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' aquatics teaching experience with children and adults.
• American Red Cross First Aid certification (or ability to obtain).
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification (or ability to obtain).
• YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Complete YMCA of Superior California Pre and Post-Employment Checklist.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Swim Lessons and Instructors on shift.
• Oversee lesson implementation and administrative duties.
• Maintain knowledge of all YMCA curricula and guide staff.
• Collaborate with other Lead Instructors to ensure consistent delivery.
• Lead onboarding and shadow shifts for new staff.
• Foster positive relationships and provide motivation and guidance.
• Address parent/participant questions in person, by phone, and email.
• Coordinate with risk management to ensure safety of the program.
• Know the Emergency Action Plan and safety procedures for the facility.
• Maintain attendance, progress reports, and payment confirmation records.
• Organize and store class equipment; report damaged items.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Meet other expectations as assigned by supervisor.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Aquatics instruction

Staff supervision

Emergency response

Parent communication

Safety and risk management

Education

American Red Cross First Aid

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification

Pre & Post-Employment Checklist

Job description

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director and Aquatics Coordinator, the Lead Swim Instructor oversees swim lessons for participants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, supports the training and supervision of Swim Instructors, and provides emergency coverage as needed. This role promotes a safe, welcoming, and disciplined environment in accordance with YMCA of Superior California Aquatics programs.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

• Supervise Swim Lessons and Swim Instructors on shift.
• Oversee the implementation of swim lessons and the administrative duties associated with lessons.
• Remains knowledgeable of all YMCA Swim Lesson Curricula and leads staff using the swim lesson curricula.
• Works alongside fellow Lead Swim Instructors across all branches to ensure a consistent delivery of the YMCA Swim Lessons Program.
• Lead new staff through the onboarding process, including leading new staff through swim lesson shadow-shifts.
• Develops positive relationships with members and participants and provides motivational support and guidance.
• Respond to parent and participant questions and concerns both in person and via phone and email.
• Work alongside risk management staff to ensure all lessons are appropriately guarded and the program runs safely and smoothly.
• Remain knowledgeable of the Emergency Action Plan and safety procedures in place for your assigned facility.
• Maintains records as required (e.g. attendance, progress reports, participant payment confirmation,etc.).
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment and reports damaged equipment.
• Attends all required staff meetings and training as scheduled.
• Meets all other expectations and employee requirements as assigned by your supervisor.
• All other duties as assigned by your supervisor
• Minimum two years' prior 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.

Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision for full-time employees - 60% YMCA covered medical benefits for full-time employees and their families
• Retirement benefits - 10% employer contribution after completion of eligibility requirements
• Employee Assistance Program for all employees that is available to help employees overcome emotional, family, or other personal problems; offers guidance on financial and legal issues; improves health and wellness, and much more.
• CPR/First Aid Certification provided by YMCA
• Use of YMCA of Superior California Fitness facilities, camps, and rental facilities
• Paid time off benefits for part-time and full-time employees upon completion of eligibility requirements
• Training and staff development for all employees

USD $18.00 - USD $22.00 /Hr.