Lifeguard & CPR Instructor — Lead Red Cross Certifications

YMCA of the Jersey Shore; Wall Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of the Jersey Shore is seeking a Red Cross instructor to lead and manage certification courses. You will communicate with students, track attendance, set up and break down classrooms, and ensure safety during sessions.

Responsibilities include evaluating issues with students and equipment, providing approved training, and adapting teaching to diverse learner needs to achieveCertification objectives. Prior experience and an American Red Cross Instructor Certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Current American Red Cross Instructor Certification.
• YMCA Team Leader certification preferred.
• Previous professional experience in instructor Red Cross classes and use of Instructors Corner.
• Skills in problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor and students.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all aspects of the certification courses, including communication with students, tracking attendance, and classroom setup/breakdown.
• Evaluate issues pertaining to students, equipment and classroom space; report concerns to supervisors.
• Provide approved training and support to students to assist them in achieving certification.
• Adapt teaching to the age, experience, and ability of participants to meet course objectives.
• Oversee overall safety of the class and respond to emergencies per the facility plan.
• Enforce building and aquatic policies, rules and procedures.
• Complete all records/reports needed for the course and provide to supervisor upon completion.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem analysis

Tools

Instructors corner

Job description

YMCA of the Jersey Shore is seeking a Red Cross instructor to lead and manage certification courses. You will communicate with students, track attendance, set up and break down classrooms, and ensure safety during sessions.

Responsibilities include evaluating issues with students and equipment, providing approved training, and adapting teaching to diverse learner needs to achieveCertification objectives. Prior experience and an American Red Cross Instructor Certification are preferred.