McDonald/Eastside Swim Instructor

Ymcafw; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

William M. McDonald YMCA in Fort Worth, Texas, seeks a Swim Instructor to plan, organize, and lead swimming lessons in line with YMCA guidelines. The role focuses on safety, positive learning, and water confidence for participants of all ages and skill levels.

Responsibilities include lesson planning, maintaining records, coordinating with families and staff, and supervising aides. Compliance with safety policies and active participation in trainings are required.

Qualifications

• At least 16 years of age.
• Certifications: YMCA Swim Instructor, ASHI Basic Life Support (ASHI CPR Pro), Basic First Aid certification and Emergency Oxygen.
• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• 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.).
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
• Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Values

Communication

Developing Others

Innovation

Emotional Maturity

Job description

William M. McDonald YMCA, 2701 Moresby St, Fort Worth, Texas, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 7:00 AM

YMCA of Metropolitan Fort Worth Employment Application

The YMCA Swim Instructor is responsible for planning, organizing, and leading swim lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines. This role ensures a safe and positive learning environment for participants of all ages and skill levels while promoting water safety and confidence in swimming.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• 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.).
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
• Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

• Values - Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values.
• Communication - Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively.
• Developing Others - Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Innovation - Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
• Emotional Maturity - Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 16 years of age.
• Certifications: YMCA Swim Instructor, ASHI Basic Life Support (ASHI CPR Pro), Basic First Aid certification and Emergency Oxygen.
• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physically perform all skills required of a swim instructor.
• 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.
• See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. It is understood that the employee will also perform other reasonable association duties and will be responsible for implementation of the policies, procedures and standards established by the Metropolitan Board, the branch Board of Managers and the Association Leadership. Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and may be revised at the discretion of management. This job description is not a written or implied contract.

William M. McDonald YMCA, 2701 Moresby St, Fort Worth, Texas, United States of America