Swim Instructor

ymcapkccareers; Silverdale (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

YMCA membership

Flexible scheduling around school

Training opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties seeks a Swim Instructor at Haselwood Family YMCA in Silverdale, WA. Part-time, up to 25 hours weekly, with pay from $17.32 to $17.82 per hour based on experience and qualifications.

You will lead classes from beginner to advanced levels, ensure safety, and support families with YMCA core values. Prior youth work and basic swimming skills are preferred; background checks and training are required.

Qualifications

• Age minimum 15 years or older.
• 6+ months related experience preferred.
• Experience with youth in programs and diverse populations.
• Knowledge of aquatics activities and related equipment; ability to instruct.
• Ability to demonstrate basic swimming skills.
• Demonstrate YMCA swim instructor skills.
• Experience with youth and diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive environment.
• Background and reference checks required.
• Online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certifications preferred; YMCA Swim Instructor cert.

Responsibilities

• Prepare class lesson plans with progression for ages and levels.
• Safely instruct lessons in basic and advanced strokes per level.
• Complete accident and incident reports.
• Keep attendance and skill progression records.
• Communicate with parents using session reports.
• Apply pool safety rules and YMCA policies.
• Attend trainings and in-water drills as scheduled.
• Maintain positive relationships with members and staff.
• Support events and campaigns with staff leadership.
• Participate in cleaning and sanitation protocols.

Skills

Swim instruction

Youth experience

Background checks

Training compliance

CPR/First Aid certs preferred

Job description

Position

Swim Instructor

Wage

$17.32 to $17.82 per hour (Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications, with most new hires starting between the minimum and midpoint of the posted wage range)

Hours

Part-Time, Up to 25 hours per week

Location

Haselwood Family YMCA, Silverdale, WA

Job Description

Swim Instructor provides direct leadership, prepared instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes. If hired, you will instruct beginning to advanced swimming and safety skills according to age group and class swim level. The Swim Instructor provides direct leadership, prepared instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes. Instructs in beginning to advanced swimming and safety skills according to age group and class swim level. Provides a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Position Summary

The Swim Instructor provides direct leadership, prepared instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes. Instructs in beginning to advanced swimming and safety skills according to age group and class swim level. Provides a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of age or older.


• Six months or more of related experience (preferred).


• Previous experience working with youth preferably in a program setting and diverse populations.


• Knowledge and skills in program activities and related aquatics and office equipment, and the ability to instruct participants in techniques.


• Ability to demonstrate basic swimming skills.


• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.


• Experience working with youth and individuals from diverse backgrounds.


• Committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.


• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).


• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required.


• Certifications preferred: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, and Basic First Aid certification. YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent.


• Comfort and enthusiasm for working in and around the water.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare class lesson plans with a natural progression of appropriate skills for the abilities and ages of the classes.


• Safely instruct swimming lessons in basic and advanced stroke skills according to class swim level as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines.


• Complete accident and incident reports.


• Assist with keeping accurate records of lesson attendance and skill progression.


• Parent communication utilizing session report cards.


• Know, understand, and consistently communicate and apply safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.


• Attend monthly, quarterly and/or annual trainings courses as assigned.


• Attend and complete in-water training and drills as scheduled.


• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff.


• Complete accident, incident reports, and rescue data sheets.


• Assist with keeping accurate records of lesson attendance, member usage charts, and safety inspections.


• Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.


• Meet performance measurement by telling the Y story and raising charitable dollars to fulfill our mission.


• Assist staff leadership team in reaching campaign goals through recruiting campaigners, making personal asks and supporting branch events.


• Participate in regular cleaning and sanitation protocols is required.


• Identify pool related hazards and perform cleaning and sanitation protocols.


• Staff are expected to adhere to all safety protocols and procedures, including the use of PPE.


• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

All YMCA Employees receive the below benefits:

• A Personal YMCA membership and YMCA360 virtual streaming membership


• Flexible scheduling around school and extracurricular activities Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1.23 hours for every 40 hours worked per year


• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Digital mental health counseling platform, Wellness program, and LifeMart employee discount center


• Professional training, education, and certification opportunities


• 20% discount on YMCA programs, childcare services and merchandise

Part-Time employees who work more than 20 hrs./week are eligible for the below voluntary benefit options:

• HealthiestYou: by Teladoc (24/7 virtual general medical care access for non-emergency conditions)


• Willamette Dental Plan


• VSP Vision Plan

Working Conditions

• Physically perform all essential functions of a Swim Instructor.


• Regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.


• Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.


• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.


• Occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift or move a higher amount.


• Frequently works in and around chlorinated water.


• Regularly swims, moves and trains in the pool.

Employee Acknowledgement

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of this position. The document is not an exhaustive list and other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or assigned at any time with or without advanced notice.

This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties may exercise employment-at-will rights at any time.

By signing below, you are acknowledging that you have read the document in its entirety and that you understand the requirements, essential functions, and job duties of this position. Further, you acknowledge that you are able to perform the duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation(s), and that should you need assistance, that you are responsible for notifying your Director, Executive Director, and/or Human Resources.

Equality

The YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties is committed to diversity and inclusion throughout our organization and is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled