Part-Time Swim Instructor - Teach, Inspire, Make a Splash

Gateway Region YMCA; Ferguson (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Savings

Retirement fund after 1,000 hours

Tuition discount at Missouri Baptist "

Free YMCA membership nationwide

Job summary

Gateway Region YMCA is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor at the Ferguson, MO facility. You will deliver lessons, prepare plans, and support members in achieving their goals.

You will build positive relationships with participants, convey program information, and maintain records while following YMCA safety procedures. Duties include organizing equipment and supervising class aides. Must be 16+, with YMCA instructor certification.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent.
• Must demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members or program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages parent or caregiver involvement.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs.
• Maintains records as required (e.g., attendance, progress reports).
• 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.

Skills

Swim instruction

Education

NONE

Job description

Gateway Region YMCA is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor at the Ferguson, MO facility. You will deliver lessons, prepare plans, and support members in achieving their goals.

You will build positive relationships with participants, convey program information, and maintain records while following YMCA safety procedures. Duties include organizing equipment and supervising class aides. Must be 16+, with YMCA instructor certification.