Swim Instructor

YMCA of Greater Hartford; Plainville (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Swim Instructor to lead swimming classes and foster a positive environment. This role emphasizes building relationships with students and parents while ensuring safety and adherence to guidelines. The instructor will prepare lesson plans, maintain attendance records, and promote the values of the organization. If you are passionate about aquatics and enjoy working with people, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older with relevant certifications.
• Ability to instruct and observe proper stroke techniques.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons and prepare lesson plans.
• Build relationships with students and parents.
• Maintain records and enforce pool rules.

Skills

Swimming Instruction

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Communication Skills

Education

YMCA Swim Instructor Certificate

Lifeguard Certification

Job description

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YMCA of Greater Hartford provided pay range

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Base pay range

$16.35/hr - $16.75/hr

YMCA Of Greater Hartford Job Description

Job Title: Swim Instructor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Job Grade:

Primary Department: Aquatics

Reports to: Aquatics Director

Revision Date: 12/04/2024 Leadership Level: Leader

The YMCA of Greater Hartford is an association open to all committed to helping people reach their potential in spirit, mind, and body. Our commitment is based on the belief that the purpose of this three-fold development is to live out the values of Caring, Honest, Respect and Responsibility.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, The Swim Instructor provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes. Greets everyone by using names whenever possible; extends thanks whenever appropriate; building relationships is always a priority. The position is responsible for ensuring that the mission, purpose, image and core values of the YMCA of Greater Hartford is conveyed.

Essential Functions

• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with the YMCA of the USA and YMCA of Greater Hartford Swim Lessons Program 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.
• Provides a lesson plan for any substitute.
• Promotes the YMCA mission and demonstrate YMCA Character Development to all members.
• Acquainted with other available facilities and activities.
• Enforces all pool rules.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Current YMCA swim instructor certificate or equivalent, CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification (infant, child and adult), Oxygen Admin and First Aid certification.
• In addition to the above requirements, it is expected that a lifeguard will bring to his/her position maturity, responsibility, positive values and sincere interest in working with people.
  
  

Physical Requirement

• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
• Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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