Swim Coach: Lead Safe, Fun Swim Lessons

YMC; Plainville (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Hartford is seeking a Swim Coach to lead swimming lessons under the direction of the Aquatics Director. You will greet participants by name, motivate them, and uphold the YMCA mission and core values.

Responsibilities include planning lessons, maintaining attendance and progress records, promoting safety, training class aides, and building positive relationships with students and parents while enforcing pool rules and scheduled policies.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Current YMCA swim instructor certificate or equivalent, CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification (infant, child and adult).
• Maturity, responsibility, positive values and sincere interest in working with people.

Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming lessons following program guidelines with prepared lesson plans.
• Builds authentic relationships with students and parents; encourages involvement and volunteers.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules; refers to other programs when appropriate.
• Maintains attendance and progress records.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings; follows YMCA policies and safety procedures.

Skills

YMCA Swim Instructor Cert

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

The YMCA of Greater Hartford is seeking a Swim Coach to lead swimming lessons under the direction of the Aquatics Director. You will greet participants by name, motivate them, and uphold the YMCA mission and core values.

Responsibilities include planning lessons, maintaining attendance and progress records, promoting safety, training class aides, and building positive relationships with students and parents while enforcing pool rules and scheduled policies.