Part-Time Swim Lesson Coach - Afternoons

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles seeks a part-time Swim Lesson Instructor at Collins and Katz Family YMCA in Los Angeles, CA. You will deliver YMCA swim lessons, ensure student safety, maintain rosters, and assess progress within the USA swim lesson framework.

Dedicated to creating a welcoming aquatic environment, you will communicate with parents, plan sessions, and reinforce safety policies. Must hold current safety and swim certifications and experience teaching lessons.

Qualifications

• Age: Minimum age of 16.
• Mandatory Certifications: Current American Safety & Health Institute or American Red Cross or American Heart Association BLS for the Professional Rescuer
• Standard/Community First Aid certifications
• Emergency Oxygen Administration
• YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification or ARC Water Safety Instructor
• American Red Cross (ARC) or YMCA Lifeguard Training, preferred
• Related Experience: Experience instructing swim lessons or coaching aquatic programs.
• Specialized Skills: Swim Lesson Instructor candidates are to perform: 25 yards each of the six strokes; tread water for 2 minutes with two different kicks; ability to swim with proficiency and endurance; calm and efficient in handling problems; knowledge of proper swimming techniques.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming and nurturing environment for all students.
• Instruct classes using the YMCA of the USA swim lesson program.
• Responsible for the safety of all class participants at all times.
• Maintain class rosters and check daily attendance.
• Track progress of class participants using appropriate skill assessments; issue certificates/progress reports.
• Communicate proper participant placement to Aquatics Director and/or parents regularly.
• Prepare lesson/session plan prior to each session.
• Instruct class participants on the effective use of teaching aids, flotation devices, toys and other aquatic equipment.
• Understand and promote all YMCA programs; inform members of programs that meet their needs and interests.
• Respond to questions/concerns from members; problem-solve and follow through to completion.
• Enforce pool policies; respond to emergencies using proper procedures.
• Know and enact the Emergency Action Plan; participate in staff trainings.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings; uphold YMCA safety and risk management policies.
• Demonstrate the Six Pillars of Character and YMCA Core Values.

Job description

YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles seeks a part-time Swim Lesson Instructor at Collins and Katz Family YMCA in Los Angeles, CA. You will deliver YMCA swim lessons, ensure student safety, maintain rosters, and assess progress within the USA swim lesson framework.

Dedicated to creating a welcoming aquatic environment, you will communicate with parents, plan sessions, and reinforce safety policies. Must hold current safety and swim certifications and experience teaching lessons.