Swim Instructor

Indiana, PA; Indiana (PA); Hybrid; USD 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

The YMCA of Indiana County is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor to plan and lead lessons for all ages. The role emphasizes water safety, stroke development, and a positive, inclusive learning environment. Applicants should be ready to work evenings and Saturdays as needed.

This position requires clearances, CPR/First Aid, and YMCA certifications within 90 days, with responsibilities including safety, attendance tracking, and strong customer service delivering YMCA values.

Qualifications

• Plan and conduct swim lessons per YMCA curriculum.
• Teach stroke development and water safety to all ages and abilities.
• Adapt instruction to participant needs and progress.
• Maintain safe, inclusive learning environment and monitor participants.
• Record attendance, progress evaluations, and communicate with families.
• Attend classes, report absences, and ensure equipment is ready.
• Enforce pool rules and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct swim lessons per YMCA curriculum.
• Teach swimming techniques and water safety.
• Adapt instruction to individual needs and progress.
• Monitor participants for safety and inclusivity.
• Record attendance and progress evaluations.
• Communicate class updates with families.
• Prepare and store instructional equipment.
• Maintain a clean pool deck and safety compliance.
• Respond to emergencies and complete incident documentation.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Other duties as assigned to support Aquatics Department.

Skills

Swim instruction

Water safety

Communication

Reliability

Classroom management

Education

First Aid/CPR/AED certification

FBI Fingerprint Clearance

PA State Police PATCH

PA Child Abuse Clearance

Mandated Reporter training

Great American Academy certifications

Job description

# Swim InstructorIndiana County YMCA Legal Address - Indiana, PA 15701## OverviewSalary Range$8.00 - $10.00 HourlyPosition TypePart TimeJob ShiftAny## Description**Swim Instructor****Pay:** $8.00-$10.00/hour **Job Type:** Part-time **Schedule:** Varies based on program needs. Applicants should be available for the listed lesson times. Availability for Northern Cambria swim lessons on Saturday mornings is preferred.Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. Thursdays: 6:00 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.**Position Summary**The YMCA of Indiana County is seeking a Swim Instructor to plan and lead swim lessons for participants of all ages and abilities. The Swim Instructor promotes water safety, swimming skill development, and confidence while creating a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment. This position provides excellent customer service to participants and families while demonstrating the YMCA's core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility.**Essential Responsibilities*** Plan and conduct swim lessons according to YMCA curriculum and YMCA of Indiana County standards.* Teach swimming techniques, water safety skills, and stroke development to participants of varying ages and abilities.* Adapt instruction to meet individual participant needs and encourage skill progression and confidence.* Continuously monitor participants and maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.* Track attendance, skill evaluations, and participant progress accurately.* Build positive relationships with swimmers and their families and communicate regarding class progress, concerns, and program updates.* Be available before and after classes to answer questions from parents and participants.* Attend all scheduled classes and follow department procedures for reporting absences and obtaining coverage when applicable.* Set up, inspect, and properly store instructional equipment before and after classes.* Maintain a clean and safe pool deck, instructional equipment, and surrounding aquatic areas.* Enforce pool rules and YMCA policies consistently and professionally.* Respond appropriately to emergencies and complete required incident documentation.* Attend required staff meetings, in-service trainings, safety drills, and continuing education opportunities.* Provide exceptional customer service and represent the YMCA in a positive and professional manner.* Perform other duties as assigned to support the Aquatics Department.**Employee Benefits**Every YMCA employee receives a **free YMCA membership**, along with opportunities for professional growth and development.## Qualifications**Required Qualifications*** Must be at least 14 years of age.* Ability to swim proficiently and demonstrate swimming strokes and water safety skills.* Strong knowledge of water safety principles and basic aquatic instruction techniques.* Ability to teach participants of varying ages and skill levels.* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.* Ability to evaluate participant progress and adapt instruction as needed.* Demonstrated reliability, responsibility, professionalism, and maturity.* Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.* Ability to remain in the water for extended periods while instructing swim lessons.* Ability to safely assist swimmers of varying ages and abilities.* Ability to respond quickly and effectively during emergency situations.* Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and move around the pool deck throughout the workday.* Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 35 pounds.* Previous experience teaching or assisting with swim lessons is preferred but not required.**Required Clearances & Certifications*** FBI Fingerprint Clearance required at hire.* PA State Police PATCH required at hire.* PA Child Abuse Clearance required at hire.* Mandated Reporter training required at hire.* First Aid/CPR/AED certification required within 90 days of hire.* Great American Academy certifications required within 90 days of hire.**Preferred Qualifications*** Previous experience teaching or assisting with swim lessons.* Experience working with children or youth.* YMCA swim instructor training or certification.* Availability for Northern Cambria swim lessons on Saturday mornings.* Commitment to the YMCA mission and core values.