Swim Instructor

DeKalb Health; Lake Orono Estates (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Free YMCA membership

Job summary

The Elk River YMCA is seeking a Swim Instructor (age 16+) to teach swim lessons and water safety. This flexible part-time role offers paid training, a free YMCA membership, and the chance to make a lasting impact by helping participants build confidence and lifelong swimming skills.

You will provide instruction across ages and abilities, supervise students, and help learners advance through YMCA levels while upholding safety policies in a pool environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• YSL V6: Observe & Communicate, YSL V6: Orientation Principles of Youth Development, YMCA Swim Instructor Skills Verification.
• BLS/CPR + AED for the Professional Rescuer annually, First Aid certifications and Oxygen Certification within 120 days of hire
• Patience and the ability to communicate with all ages and levels of swimmers.
• Demonstrated ability to swim in shallow and deep water, and tread water (Stage 4 level swimming skill).
• Dedicated to member safety and the mission and philosophy of the YMCA.

Responsibilities

• Provide swimming instruction to students of various ages and ability levels.
• Maintain constant supervision of students, watch for swimmers needing assistance, and aid swimmers when necessary to ensure positive learning environment.
• Know, understand, and consistently communicate policies and procedures for the pool and whirlpool.
• Understand the YMCA Swim Lessons program, including swimming levels and skills taught for each level. Evaluate students and recommend placement in the correct skill level.

Job description

• Location 13337 Business Center Dr, Elk River, MN, 55330, United States
• Job Category Aquatics
• Employee Type Part-Time 1-19

Contact information

• Name Molly Ruby
• Email [e-mail]

Swim Instructor (Age 16+) | Elk River YMCA | $16.50/hour | Flexible Part-Time Schedule

At a glance

The YMCA is seeking enthusiastic Swim Instructors age 16+ to teach swim lessons and water safety skills to children and adults. This flexible part‑time role offers paid training, a free YMCA membership, and the chance to make a lasting impact by helping participants build confidence and lifelong swimming skills.

Schedule

• Opportunities for additional hours based on program needs
• Evening and weekend shifts available
• Message for scheduling options

Pay

• $16.50/hour
• Pay based on experience and qualifications

In-Person Attendance Requirement

Candidates must be able to work on-site at the YMCA and provide direct supervision and instruction in the pool environment.

The salary for this position is $16.50 hourly. We take into consideration an individual's background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package for full‑time includes a wide range of benefits (medical, dental, life, disability, and more) as well as generous paid time off and free membership. Part‑time benefits will vary.

1. Job Summary

The Swim Instructor is responsible for providing swimming instruction to people of all ages, following the YMCA of the USA Aquatics and Swim Lessons guidelines. Swim Instructors will provide excellent customer service in a safe, enjoyable, and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and satisfaction in accordance with the YMCA policies and procedures.

2. Essential Functions

• Provide swimming instruction to students of various ages and ability levels.
• Maintain constant supervision of students, watch for swimmers needing assistance, and aid swimmers when necessary to ensure positive learning environment.
• Know, understand, and consistently communicate policies and procedures for the pool and whirlpool.
• Understand the YMCA Swim Lessons program, including swimming levels and skills taught for each level. Evaluate students and recommend placement in the correct skill level.

3. Relationships

This position reports to the Aquatic Supervisor/Aquatics Director who reports to the Branch Community Leadership. The incumbent interacts regularly with their supervisor, staff, volunteers, and participants.

4. Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16.
• Completed YSL V6: Observe & Communicate, YSL V6: Orientation Principles of Youth Development, YMCA Swim Instructor Skills Verification.
• BLS/CPR + AED for the Professional Rescuer annually, First Aid certifications and Oxygen Certification within 120 days of hire
• Patience and the ability to communicate with all ages and levels of swimmers.
• Demonstrated ability to swim in shallow and deep water, and tread water (Stage 4 level swimming skill).
• Dedicated to member safety and the mission and philosophy of the YMCA.

5. Work Conditions

• Must remain in the pool area at all times.
• Ability to support child or adult body weight in the water.
• Must be able to remain alert with no lapses of consciousness in a warm environment with air temperatures of 80 degrees or higher.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and remedy hazardous/dangerous situations.
• Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in hazardous/dangerous situations.
• Communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.
• Perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds at a time in a warm pool environment.

6. Additional Notes

This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all‑inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from branch representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association’s success.