Swim Instructor

YMCA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in New York is looking for a Swim Instructor to provide swim lessons for individuals of all ages and abilities. The ideal candidate will instruct, evaluate students, and ensure safety during classes. Certification in CPR and First Aid, along with swim instructor certification, is required. The role demands a self-starter with strong swimming skills and the ability to work well with participants. Join a team committed to maintaining high standards of customer service and safety.

Qualifications

• Must successfully meet background screening policies.
• Proficient in swimming strokes and ability to instruct.
• Self-starter with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and evaluates students in swim lessons.
• Ensures safety of participants during classes.
• Submits attendance and skills reports on time.

Skills

Swimming proficiency

Life saving techniques

Ability to instruct

Customer service

Education

CPR and First Aid certification

WSI or YMCA Swim Instructor certification

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Aquatics Coordinator/Director and in accordance with the policies of the YMCA of Southwest Florida, the Swim Instructor provides swim lessons/ private or group to children and adults of all levels and abilities based on YMCA standards and program requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• The swim instructor is responsible for instructing all swim lesson participants
• This position is also responsible for the safety of the participant in their own class
• Work hours as scheduled which includes beginning and ending class on time; remaining after class to answer participant and/or parent questions as needed and clean up supplies.
• Instructs and evaluates students participating in swim lessons
• Submits completed report cards, skills sheets and attendance information on time
• Attends mandatory meetings and training sessions as scheduled
• Act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.
• Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times and maintains a high standard of customer service.
• All other duties as assigned and appropriate
• Attend regularly scheduled, mandatory staff meetings.
• Utilize time clock and monitor timesheet. Bring any corrections to supervisor within a timely manner
• Responsible for upholding all staff safety requirements including cleaning protocols throughout the day, as required by my department.
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Successfully meet the Association’s policies on background screening
• Proficiency of swimming strokes and the ability to instruct and demonstrate in a group or individual session.
• Ability to perform life saving techniques if necessary
• Ability to forge mutually respectful partnerships with persons served
• Able to maintain confidentiality
• Must be a self starter, with high energy and a positive attitude
• Adhere to drug/alcohol/smoke free workplace policy
• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques
• Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.
• Employment is contingent upon completing required Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• CPR for the Professional Rescuer/ First Aid/AED Certifications
• WSI and/or YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent.
• Completion of the YMCA’s Blood Borne Pathogen’s training annually
• Completion of the YMCA’s Child Sexual Abuse Prevention training annually
• Staff Safety Requirements/Cleaning Protocols
• Additional training classes as recommended by Supervisor