Swim Instructor

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids; Grand Rapids (MI); In loco; USD 22.000 - 28.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Free YMCA Individual Membership

Retirement Savings — 12% employer

Paid Sick Time

Professional Growth

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Descrizione del lavoro

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks a Swim Instructor to conduct swimming instruction per National Aquatic YMCA Programs. The role emphasizes safety, fun, and development for all ages, with flexible hours and part-time status.

Responsibilities include teaching aquatic skills, following lesson plans, supervision, and upholding health requirements. Certifications within 60 days are expected; prior YMCA experience is a plus.

Competenze

• Six months to one year of recreation, lifeguard, swim instructor, or water park experience required.
• Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles.
• At least sixteen years of age or older.
• YMCA experience preferred.

Mansioni

• Teaches aquatic skills
• Follows prepared lesson plans
• Maintains teaching equipment
• Maintains supervision of participants
• Distributes and collects program evaluations
• Implements Character Development in all programs
• Handles parent/member complaints
• Maintains all areas in clean, presentable fashion
• Maintains pool and deck equipment
• Enforces safety standards
• Follows emergency procedures
• Ensures State of Michigan’s Department of Health requirements are met
• Performs any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids.

Formazione

CPR for rescue

YMCA Swim Instructor Certification

First Aid Certification

AED-Oxygen Certification

Blood Borne Pathogen training

State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)

Descrizione del lavoro

Swim Instructor

YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States

About this position

Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Swim Instructor is responsible for conducting swimming instruction using the National Aquatic YMCA Programs. The Swim Instructor will ensure a safe, fun area for children and adults to interact and enjoy. This position offers flexible hours.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Teaches aquatic skills
• Follows prepared lesson plans
• Maintains teaching equipment
• Maintains supervision of participants
• Distributes and collects program evaluations
• Implements Character Development in all programs
• Handles parent/member complaints
• Maintains all areas in clean, presentable fashion
• Maintains pool and deck equipment
• Enforces safety standards
• Follows emergency procedures
• Ensures State of Michigan’s Department of Health requirements are met

Performs any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids.

COMPENSATION

$16.12 - $20.15 ; Part-Time, Non-Exempt (up to 25hrs/week)

BENEFITS

• Free YMCA Individual Membership – Enjoy full access to facilities.
• Retirement Savings – 12% employer retirement contribution, no match requirement (upon eligibility) and a 403(b) savings plan.
• Paid Sick Time – Earn paid sick leave so you can focus on feeling your best when it matters most.
• Professional Growth – Access to ongoing training, development programs, and career advancement opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential resources and counseling for you and your family.

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Six months to one year of recreation, lifeguard, swim instructor, or water park experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required. Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles. Ability to demonstrate aquatic skills. Ability to react quickly to emergency situations. At least sixteen years of age or older. YMCA experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for rescue (required)
• YMCA Swim Instructor Certification, required within the first 60 days
• First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days
• AED-Oxygen Certification required within the first 60 days
• Blood Borne Pathogen training
• State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TRAVEL

0-5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.

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Salary Information

$16.12 - $20.15Hourly Wage