Swim Instructor

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Sage YMCA in Crystal Lake, IL is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor to deliver group and private lessons, uphold safety standards, and maintain participant progress records. You will teach according to YMCA curricula, ensure high-quality instruction, and support a welcoming environment for members and guests.

The role requires current YMCA Swim Lessons or ARC Water Safety Instructor certification (or completion of the YMCA Aquatics Academy), plus CPR, First Aid, AED and Oxygen certifications.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Current certification YMCA Swim Lessons or ARC Water Safety Instructor, CPR, First Aid, AED and Oxygen certification or complete YMCA Aquatics Academy.
• Physically able to rescue a 200 lb person and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Implements YMCA swim curricula for levels and populations per YMCA standards.
• Prepares progressive lesson plans to enhance participant experience.
• Maintains attendance records, skills sheets, progress reports, and Certificates of Achievement.
• Enforces pool rules and supervises class activities.
• Acts as a secondary responder for injuries or emergencies and supports lifeguards as needed.
• Notifies supervisor of unsafe equipment or conditions; sets up and stores equipment.

Skills

CPR

First Aid

AED

Oxygen Admin

Instructing Youth

Safety Awareness

Education

No high school diploma required

Job description

# Swim InstructorSage YMCA - Crystal Lake, IL 60014## OverviewSalary Range$18.00 - $22.75 HourlyPosition TypePart TimeEducation LevelNo High School Diploma or GED required## DescriptionThe Swim Instructor is an essential member of the Aquatics team, responsible for delivering both group and private swim lessons to participants. They ensure that the curriculum, instructional quality, safety, certifications, and other requirements meet YMCA standards. The role focuses on providing an exceptional experience for each swimmer and fosters a safe, welcoming environment that supports the physical and emotional well-being of program participants, members, and guests. The Swim Instructor upholds and maintains their swim instructor certification, along with certifications in CPR, First Aid, AED, and Oxygen Administration. Swim Instructors must also consistently participate in quarterly in-service training sessions to ensure the highest level of competency and readiness. Scope of Responsibilities: • Effectively implements YMCA swim curricula for various levels and populations depending on class needs as outlined by the standards of the YMCA. • Prepares progressive lesson plans to enhance the experience of program participants. • Prepares reports and maintains records, including attendance records, skills sheets, progress reports, and monthly Certificates of Achievement. • Enforces aquatic rules and policies by maintaining constant surveillance of class participants by not turning their back to the class. • Acts as a secondary responder in case of injury, accident, or illness in pool area and provides backup to lifeguards as needed in emergencies and crowd control. • Reports injuries and completes required forms. • Sets up the facility or equipment, and stores equipment upon completion of class. Immediately notify the supervisor of any broken equipment or unsafe aspects of the pool. • Attends all in-service trainings and staff meetings as scheduled by supervisor or center leadership. • Maintains job-related certifications and documents completion of certifications in the HR information system • Supports the mission and vision of the YMCA as assigned • Provides leadership to other team members (Level 3) Must be at least 15 years of age. • Current certification YMCA Swim Lessons or ARC Water Safety Instructor, CPR, First Aid, AED and Oxygen certification or must successfully complete the YMCA’s Aquatics Academy training program resulting in certification. • Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide a high-quality of instruction using age-appropriate practices • Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200 lb. person. • Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations in order to assure the safety of all swimmers. • Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aide effectively. • Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Team competencies in previous experience or practice • Meets physical qualifications required for certification in job## QualificationsMust be at least 15 years of age. • Current certification YMCA Swim Lessons or ARC Water Safety Instructor, CPR, First Aid, AED and Oxygen certification or must successfully complete the YMCA’s Aquatics Academy training program resulting in certification. • Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide a high-quality of instruction using age-appropriate practices • Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200 lb. person. • Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations in order to assure the safety of all swimmers. • Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aide effectively. • Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Team competencies in previous experience or practice • Meets physical qualifications required for certification in job