Private Swim Instructor - Trotter YMCA

YMCA of Greater Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Private Swim Instructor to lead swimming lessons and promote safety and healthy living in a supportive environment. This role emphasizes creating a positive experience for both participants and parents, ensuring all safety protocols are followed. You'll be part of a mission-driven organization that values nurturing, collaboration, and personal growth. If you have the required certifications and a love for teaching, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in the community while developing your skills in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16 and 5 years older than the oldest youth participant.
• Demonstrate Swim Instructor skills per YMCA standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct swim lessons for one to two participants.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and progress.

Skills

Swim Instruction

CPR Certification

First Aid

Child Abuse Prevention Training

Communication Skills

Mathematical Skills

Reasoning Ability

Education

YMCA Swim Instructor Certification

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

First Aid Certification

Job description

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Position Summary:

Provides leadership, instruction and motivation for participants in swimming lessons. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere promoting member safety and engagement, youth development and healthy living in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Essential Functions:

1. Knows and understands all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately and appropriately, in accordance with YMCA standards, policies and procedures.
2. Maintains all required certifications, in accordance with YMCA standards, policies and procedures.
3. Conducts swim lessons for one to two participants in accordance with YMCA standards, policies and procedures. Coordinates with parents to schedule a mutually agreed upon time for lessons.
4. Develops swimming and water safety skills using effective organizational patterns, observation, instructional floatation devices and teaching techniques, adjusting for each participant’s developmental needs.
5. Creates a positive student experience by providing effective feedback, celebrating success, and encouraging progress.
6. Creates a positive parent experience by interacting before and after each lesson, giving constructive feedback and giving opportunities for at home learning. Address parent concerns and communicate with aquatics leadership.
7. Maintains accurate records of attendance and progress, as required by YMCA standards, policies and procedures.
8. Performs daily equipment checks and reports damaged equipment. Prepare equipment prior to class start based on lesson plans. Organizes and puts away all equipment after use.
9. Attends all staff meetings and trainings, as required by YMCA standards, policies and procedures.
10. May be required to conduct stroke development clinics, or other aquatics programs as needed.
11. Reports suspicious and inappropriate behaviors and policy violations.
12. Follows mandated abuse and incident reporting requirements.
13. Meets timelines and deadlines related to supporting systems and employee compliance, such as review and approval of timesheets in Kronos Workforce Ready.

YMCA Culture & Cause Expectations:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. We are cause-driven and show up with purpose. As a cause-driven leader, you are expected to be:

• Welcoming - Accept neighbors eagerly, warmly, hospitably, and as equal participants.
• Nurturing - Care for, support, and help develop through encouragement.
• Hopeful - Take an optimistic or positive view of future outcomes.
• Determined - Devote full strength and concentrated attention to the cause.
• Genuine - Be honest and open in relationships with others.

YMCA Competencies (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Demonstrates the Y’s values, desires to serve others, and supports community needs and fundraising efforts.

Collaboration: Works effectively with diverse groups, builds rapport, seeks to understand others’ perspectives, and assists in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, embraces new approaches, plans work effectively, and follows financial policies.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development, demonstrates openness to change, and maintains up-to-date knowledge and skills.

Qualifications:

• Minimum age of 16 years and at least 5 years older than the oldest youth participant.
• Demonstrate Swim Instructor skills per YMCA standards, policies, and procedures.
• Current or obtain prior to first shift: YMCA Swim Instructor Certification, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Emergency Oxygen, Child Abuse Prevention Training, and other required certifications.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups.

Skills:

Language Skills: Ability to read, interpret, teach safety rules, and communicate effectively with groups and individuals.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations.

Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense, sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality. Follow policies and procedures.

Physical Demands:

Regularly stand, walk, talk, hear, and use hands. Frequently lift up to 50 pounds, and perform strenuous physical tasks for water rescue. Maintain alertness and clear vision to monitor the aquatic environment and children.

The YMCA of Greater Houston provides Equal Employment Opportunities for all employees and applicants.