Lifeguard & Swim Instructor — Free Cert Training

Penobscot Bay YMCA; Maine; On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certification training provided

Job summary

Penobscot Bay YMCA in Rockport, Maine, seeks an Aquatics Specialist to keep swimmers safe and teach water skills. This role blends lifeguarding with swimming instruction in a supportive community setting.

Both full-time and part-time schedules are available, with opportunities for free certification training and growth within our aquatic programs. Join a team dedicated to safety, learning, and meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Current YMCA Lifeguard certification or equivalent accepted by the YMCA.
• Current YMCA Swim Lessons Instructor certification or equivalent accepted by the YMCA.
• Current professional rescuer CPR/AED or basic life support certification, and first aid.
• Ability to demonstrate required lifeguarding, rescue, and swim instruction skills.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, professional attitude.
• Willingness to complete required YMCA onboarding and child abuse prevention training within two weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active surveillance of assigned swimming areas and enforce pool safety rules.
• Respond promptly and professionally to emergencies in accordance with your training and certifications.
• Teach engaging group and private swim lessons using YMCA curriculum.
• Adapt lessons to accommodate swimmers of different ages, abilities, and comfort levels.
• Encourage swimmers, celebrate their progress, and help build confidence in the water.
• Maintain accurate attendance and swimming skill records.
• Communicate positively with participants, families, and fellow team members.
• Help maintain clean, organized, and safe aquatic areas.
• Support aquatic programming and scheduling needs as assigned.
• Participate in required training and maintain all necessary certifications.

Skills

Lifeguard

Swim instruction

CPR/AED/First Aid

Job description

Penobscot Bay YMCA in Rockport, Maine, seeks an Aquatics Specialist to keep swimmers safe and teach water skills. This role blends lifeguarding with swimming instruction in a supportive community setting.

Both full-time and part-time schedules are available, with opportunities for free certification training and growth within our aquatic programs. Join a team dedicated to safety, learning, and meaningful impact in the community.