Swim Instructor

Commonpoint Queens (Samuel Field YM and YWHA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,307 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

Commonpoint Queens (Samuel Field YM and YWHA) is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor to provide lessons for all ages, ensuring a safe and educational experience. The instructor will report to the Director of Aquatics and must maintain high standards of customer service and professionalism.

Ideal candidates should possess swim instruction skills, demonstrate enthusiasm, and interact positively with participants and parents. Flexible working hours include weekends and weekdays. The hourly rate ranges from $22.00 to $40.00 based on experience and certifications.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of and ability to demonstrate skills in swim lesson instruction.
• Ability to demonstrate skills for class content and use teaching aids.
• Ability to positively interact with the general public.

Responsibilities

• Instruct all swim lesson participants.
• Ensure safety of each participant in classes.
• Evaluate students participating in swim lessons.

Skills

Swim lesson instruction

Ability to work independently

Positive public interaction

Job description

Swim Instructor

Position Type: Part‑Time | Location: Central Queens (varies by duties) | In‑Person

POSITION/DEPARTMENT SUMMARY

Swim Instructors are key members of the Aquatics team and will report to the Director of Aquatics. The primary responsibilities are to provide private or group lessons to children and adults of all levels and abilities based on American Red Cross (ARC) standards and program requirements. They are expected to create a fun, nurturing and educational environment with hands‑on learning and lesson planning for all participants. Maintain supervision and care of each participant in the program. The instructor is directly responsible for communicating to the Director of Aquatics any class concerns and representing Commonpoint positively at all times.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for instructing all swim lesson participants.
• Responsible for the safety of each participant in the classes (private or group).
• Arrive 15 minutes before scheduled start time.
• Remain after class to answer participant and/or parent questions as needed, and clean up supplies.
• Evaluate students participating in swim lessons.
• Attend mandatory meetings and training sessions as scheduled.
• Act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.
• Present a professional appearance (bathing suit, lifeguard shirt, open shoes) and attitude at all times, maintaining a high standard of customer service.
• Perform all other duties as assigned and appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of and ability to demonstrate skills in swim lesson instruction.
• Ability to demonstrate skills as required for class content and use teaching aids such as kickboards.
• Ability to work independently and possess energy and enthusiasm.
• Ability to positively interact with the general public.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Indoor pool.
• Essential physical requirements: handling small children in the water, ability to swim 25 yards, lifting up to 50 lbs, standing and stooping for periods of time.
• Physical effort/lifting: sedentary – medium – up to 50 lbs; heavy – over 50 lbs.
• May be required to work weekends and nights as a regular part of the job.
• No traveling required.

JOB DETAILS

Hourly Rate: $22.00–$40.00 depending on experience and current certifications. Working Schedule: Eg – Saturday and Sunday, 12pm–4pm, Monday–Friday 3pm–7pm. Non‑Union Position. Location: Commonpoint Central Queens, 67‑09 108th Street, Forest Hills, NY, 11375.

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer.