Swim Instructor

Paycom - ATS; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA is seeking a Swim Instructor to provide high-quality swimming lessons to youth in our community. You will follow YMCA guidelines, prepare lesson plans, and assess student progress while maintaining active communication with families and staff.

The role requires specific certifications (CPR, AED, First Aid, Emergency Oxygen) and a YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent. Candidates must be at least 16 years old and capable of handling instructional duties and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen certifications required.
• YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Ability to demonstrate swim instruction skills per YMCA standards.

Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming lessons following YMCA guidelines with prepared lesson plans.
• Builds strong relationships with students and parents and encourages YMCA involvement.
• Maintains attendance and progress records as required.
• Reports incidents, accidents and equipment needs; supports staff meetings and trainings.

Skills

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

AED

First Aid

Emergency Oxygen

YMCA Swim Instructor certification

Age 16+

Job description

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.Provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs.Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.Performs other duties as assigned.YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serveothers and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, andperceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’spoint of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning;speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation toanother. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates anopenness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.QUALIFICATIONS:Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification and Emergency Oxygen.Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent.At least 16 years of age.WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.