Senior Swim Instructor -- Empowering Young Lifesavers

YMCA Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); Vor Ort; USD 17.000 - 22.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is seeking a Swim Instructor II to lead swim lessons at the Andrew & Walter Young Family YMCA. You will create lesson plans, teach strokes and water safety, and foster a positive, inclusive learning environment for all ages and skill levels.

Ideal candidates are at least 17, hold YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent, and possess CPR/First Aid/AED credentials, with 6+ months of experience and the ability to adapt teaching methods for diverse learners.

Qualifikationen

• YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen certifications required.
• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Principles of Youth Development E‑Learning (within 30 days of hire).
• Y-USA Leader Certification (within 90 days of hire).
• At least 6 months experience.
• Previous experience working with students.
• Strong swimming skills and knowledge of various swimming techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles, for cognitive and physical disabilities.
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques for working with children.
• CPR and First Aid certification (ability to obtain within 30 days of employment).

Aufgaben

• Instruct swimming lessons (group, private, and/or adaptive) for all ages and swim levels in accordance with YMCA guidelines.
• Create and implement lesson plans according to age and swim level and support members and program participants in achieving their goals.
• Teach proper swimming techniques, including strokes, breathing, and water safety, in accordance with the YMCA adaptive swim lesson skills.
• Provide feedback and encouragement to help students improve their swimming skills.
• Ensure a safe and positive learning environment for all participants.
• Monitor and manage student behavior during lessons.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members or program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Help participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA and encourages parent or caregiver involvement.
• Convey information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs.
• Maintain records as required (e.g., attendance, progress reports).
• Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Organize and put away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
• Train and supervise class aides.
• Support and lead quarterly in‑services.
• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
• Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.

Kenntnisse

Swim instruction

Communication

Youth development

Differentiated instruction

Ausbildung

YMCA Swim Instructor certification

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

AED Certification

Y-USA Leader Certification

Jobbeschreibung

The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is seeking a Swim Instructor II to lead swim lessons at the Andrew & Walter Young Family YMCA. You will create lesson plans, teach strokes and water safety, and foster a positive, inclusive learning environment for all ages and skill levels.

Ideal candidates are at least 17, hold YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent, and possess CPR/First Aid/AED credentials, with 6+ months of experience and the ability to adapt teaching methods for diverse learners.