Swim Instructor

USA SWIMMING; Randolph Township (NJ); On-site; USD 21,352 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement Plan participation

Individual Membership

10% discount on selected YMCA programs

Job summary

USA SWIMMING seeks a Swim Instructor at the West Morris Area YMCA. This role involves maintaining a supportive atmosphere while providing leadership and instruction in swim classes. Responsibilities include preparing lesson plans, developing positive relationships with participants, and ensuring aquatics safety.

The ideal candidate is at least 15 years old with exceptional organizational and leadership skills. The hourly rate ranges from $15.50 to $16.00, with benefits including paid time off, retirement plan participation, and discounts on YMCA programs.

Qualifications

• Age 15 or older.
• Exceptional organizational and leadership skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads and assists in the instruction of swimming lessons according to YMCA guidelines.
• Prepares lesson plans and supports members in achieving their goals.
• Maintains records like attendance and progress reports.

Skills

Exceptional organizational and leadership skills

Ability to instruct and observe proper stroke techniques

Desire and demeanor to work well with children

Job description

The Swim Instructor at the West Morris Area YMCA maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students in swim classes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. With the assistance of other aquatics staff leads and assists in the instruction of swimming lessons thar are in accordance with YMCA guidelines.
2. Prepares lesson plans and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals.
3. Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members or program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages parent or caregiver involvement.
4. Conveys information on aquatics safety, maintenance, programs and schedules and as appropriate to the Associate Director - Aquatics
5. Refers program participants and families to other programs.
6. Maintains records as required (e.g., attendance, progress reports).
7. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
8. Participates in special events to promote programs and fundraising activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Exceptional organizational and leadership skills preferred
• Age 15
• Possesses the desire and demeanor to work well with children

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.

HOURLY RATE: $15.50 - $16.00

BENEFITS:
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Company participates in the Retirement Plans provided by YUSA including pension and deferred compensation
• Individual Membership (eligible for Family Membership after one year of employment)
• 10% off selected West Morris Area YMCA programs (after 90 days of employment)