Private Swim Instructor

Indiana, PA; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

The Indiana County YMCA in Indiana, PA is seeking a Private Swim Instructor to provide safe, effective, and individualized swim instruction to members and program participants. This part-time role teaches swimming skills, water safety, and stroke development while supporting swimmers of all ages and abilities in a positive environment.

Responsibilities include private lessons based on goals, maintaining supervision, and following all pool rules and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Current YMCA or nationally recognized Swim Instructor certification required at time of hire.
• FBI Fingerprint Clearance (DHS) required.
• PA State Police PATCH Clearance required.
• PA Child Abuse Clearance required.
• Mandated Reporter Training required.
• Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED and Great American Academy certifications required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized private swim lessons based on participant goals, skill level, and abilities.
• Teach proper swimming techniques, water safety skills, and confidence in the water.
• Maintain constant supervision of participants while in and around the pool area.
• Provide clear instruction, demonstrations, encouragement, and constructive feedback.
• Adjust teaching methods to meet individual learning styles and needs.
• Monitor participant progress and communicate updates with parents/guardians as appropriate.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized teaching environment.
• Follow YMCA pool rules, safety procedures, and aquatics policies.
• Maintain professional boundaries with participants and families.
• Communicate scheduling concerns, incidents, accidents, or participant concerns with the Aquatics leadership team.
• Participate in required trainings and staff meetings.

Skills

Swimming skills

Water safety

Communication

Job description

Private Swim Instructor # Private Swim InstructorIndiana County YMCA Legal Address - Indiana, PA 15701## OverviewPosition TypePart TimeJob ShiftAny## DescriptionThe YMCA of Indiana County is looking for a Private Swim Instructor to provide safe, effective, and individualized swim instruction to YMCA members and program participants. This position teaches swimming skills, water safety, and stroke development while creating a positive and supportive environment for swimmers of all ages and abilities. The Private Swim Instructor will work one-on-one with participants to help build swimming skills, confidence, and comfort in the water. Instructors will adapt lessons based on each swimmer’s needs, provide encouragement and feedback, and maintain a safe aquatic environment that reflects the YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Teamwork.**Responsibilities include:*** Provide individualized private swim lessons based on participant goals, skill level, and abilities.* Teach proper swimming techniques, water safety skills, and confidence in the water.* Maintain constant supervision of participants while in and around the pool area.* Provide clear instruction, demonstrations, encouragement, and constructive feedback.* Adjust teaching methods to meet individual learning styles and needs.* Monitor participant progress and communicate updates with parents/guardians as appropriate.* Maintain a safe, clean, and organized teaching environment.* Follow YMCA pool rules, safety procedures, and aquatics policies.* Maintain professional boundaries with participants and families.* Communicate scheduling concerns, incidents, accidents, or participant concerns with the Aquatics leadership team.* Participate in required trainings and staff meetings.* Support a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment for all YMCA participants.## Qualifications* Must be at least 14 years of age (or meet applicable state/local requirements).* Prior experience teaching swim lessons required; previous private lesson experience preferred.* Strong swimming ability and knowledge of stroke techniques and water safety skills.* Ability to teach swimmers of varying ages and skill levels.* Ability to provide individualized instruction and adapt lessons based on participant needs.* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.* Ability to build positive relationships with participants and families.* Reliable, responsible, and professional.* Ability to work independently while maintaining communication with Aquatics leadership.* Commitment to the YMCA mission and values.Required Certifications/Clearances:* Current YMCA or nationally recognized Swim Instructor certification required at time of hire.* FBI Fingerprint Clearance (Department of Human Services)* PA State Police PATCH Clearance* PA Child Abuse Clearance* Mandated Reporter Training* Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED and Great American Academy certifications required within 90 days of hire.Physical Requirements:* Ability to swim and assist participants in the water as needed.* Ability to demonstrate swimming skills and techniques.* Ability to move quickly on wet pool decks and respond to emergency situations.* Ability to supervise participants through visual and auditory observation.* Ability to work in an environment with exposure to pool chemicals and bodily fluids**Pay Range: $9.00-$13.00 / hour**