Swim Instructor

YMCA; Mount Clemens (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FREE Family Membership & Discounted Re

Flexible Scheduling

Family-friendly Work Environment

Employee Assistance Program & Pension/

Job summary

The Macomb Family YMCA is hiring a Swim Instructor to lead swimming lessons and motivate students while building strong relationships with families. Instructors prepare lesson plans, communicate progress to parents, and help connect families with YMCA programs.

The role requires delivering engaging lessons, maintaining records, and participating in scheduled trainings and meetings. We value CPR/First Aid readiness, a supportive, family-friendly work environment, and flexible scheduling

Qualifications

• High school level education or equivalent (16+ years old).
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen certifications.
• Current YMCA Swim Instructor certification OR training provided.

Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming lessons and prepares lesson plans according to the YMCA.
• Builds effective relationships with parents and students to share progress and achievements.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and refers families to other programs.
• Maintains records and attends meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen

YMCA Swim Instructor certification or training provided

Job description

LIKE BEING IN THE WATER?

MAKE A SPLASH WITH A JOB AT THE Y!

Now Hiring Swim Instructors at the Macomb Family YMCA

YMCA Employee Benefits

• FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs
• Flexible Scheduling
• Family-friendly Work Environment
• Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan

General Function

The Swim Instructor provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes.

Education/Experience/Training/Certifications

• At a minimum, some high school level education (over 16+ years of age)
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification, and Emergency Oxygen
• Current YMCA Swim Instructor certification OR training provided.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming lessons and prepares lesson plans according to the YMCA.
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with parents and students to connect and inform parents of each other and students’ accomplishments.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and refers students and parents to other programs.
• Maintains records and attends meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Abilities & Skills

• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
• Ability to lift equipment and to lift a small to average-sized child.

For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page (ymcadetroit.org/careers).