Lifeguard Aquatic Instructor, Springfield YMCA

Community YMCA; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Community YMCA in Springfield is seeking a Lifeguard Aquatic Instructor for a part-time role. You will supervise the pool, lead swim lessons, and ensure safety in accordance with YMCA policies.

Availability is weekdays from 9am to 2pm, with duties ranging from lifeguarding to class instruction. The position requires current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications, Lifeguard certification, and the ability to demonstrate swimming proficiency.

Qualifications

• Certifications: CPR/AED and First Aid (American Heart Association/Red Cross).
• Lifeguard certification (YMCA or ARC) available.
• Ability to swim and maintain fitness.
• Training completion required per YMCA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active surveillance and lifeguard duties.
• Instruct swimming lessons per YMCA guidelines with prepared plans.
• Know emergency procedures and complete required reports.
• Maintain safe pool environment and enforce rules.
• Record attendance and progress as needed.
• Communicate program information to members and refer to other programs.

Skills

Lifeguard Certification

CPR/AED

First Aid

Swimming Proficiency

Job description

Lifeguard Aquatic Instructor, Springfield YMCA

13 AQUATICS Part Time Springfield, PA, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1361

Salary Range: $12.00 To $14.00 Annually

Our Springfield YMCA is currently hiring certified Lifeguards and Aquatic Instructors. The ideal candidate is safety oriented and enjoys working with our youth instructing swim lessons. Availability must be weekdays between 9am-2pm.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck, and surrounding areas. Provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes. Creates a positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains active surveillance of the pool area while pool is in operation. Performs lifeguard duties with Lifeguard II and/or Head Lifeguard.
• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures. Completes related reports as required.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff while enforcing pool rules and regulations.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs.
• Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
• Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area. Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code.
• Performs safety and program equipment checks and ensures equipment is available as needed.
• Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
• Performs: chemical testing, bathing loads, and water conditions, as required, and documents results and takes appropriate action.
• Completes accident/incident reports for any occurrences while on duty.
• Maintains a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
• Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• Any other duties deemed necessary to ensure the success of the Community YMCA of Eastern Delaware County.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age of 15.
• Certifications: Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR/AED, and First Aid.
• Certification: Current YMCA Lifeguard or American Red Cross Lifeguard.
• Ability to demonstrate (pre-hire) the ability to swim and maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.
• Completion of required trainings.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility. Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
• Meet strength and lifting requirements.
• See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.