SWIM INSTRUCTOR

YMCA of Columbia-Willamette; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Household Gym Membership

Free Group Fitness Classes

Free Pool Access

Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities

Flexible working hours

Job summary

The YMCA of Columbia-Willamette in Vancouver, WA is looking for Swim Instructors. As a Swim Instructor, you will plan and teach swim lessons, provide feedback, and engage with students in a friendly manner.

Applicants must be at least 16 years old and are encouraged to obtain CPR/AED & First Aid certification. Benefits include a free gym membership, flexible working hours, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Capable of passing a written/physical assessment.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach swim lessons using YMCA curriculum.
• Provide positive feedback on strokes.
• Log skill progression of participants.

Skills

Strong understanding of swim stroke techniques

Ability to commit to a swim lesson session

Effective communication with students and parents

Education

CPR/AED & First Aid Certification

Job description

Do you have an interest in Aquatics or Youth Development? Want to learn how to teach others how to swim? Are you a swimming enthusiast? Are you 16 or older?

Become a Swim Instructor at the YMCA!

Why Should you apply?

• Free Household Gym Membership
• Free Group Fitness Classes
• Free Pool Access
• Free HydroMassage (for those over 18)
• Program Discounts
• Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Opportunities for Growth/Leadership
• Build your Resume
• Work with your friends
• Engage with your community
• Flexible working hours (part time - up to 30 hrs/week) based on your availability

What would you be doing?

• Planning and teaching swim lessons using the YMCA Swim Lesson Curriculum
• Recognizing and correcting strokes and skills using positive feedback
• Communicating effectively with students and parents in a friendly, patient manner
• Tracking and logging swim lesson participant skill progression
• Keeping your skills fresh with Inservice Training
• Being a positive role model for youths in your community
• Upholding the YMCA Policies and Standards

Requirements

What do you need to qualify?

• Be at least 16 years old
• Have the ability to commit to an entire session (4 weeks) of swim lessons consistently
• Possess (or obtain within 30 days) a current CPR/AED & First Aid Certification*
• Have strong understanding of swim stroke techniques
• Be able to pass a written/physical assessment prior to duty
• Have visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and physical ability to act swiftly in emergency situations
• Have ability to observe participant activities adequately, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate policies and procedures
• Current certification not necessary - certification/training is available!

Swim Skills Assessment

25 yards of each of the following

• Freestyle
• Backstroke
• Breaststroke
• Butterfly (or you best attempt)
• Side Stroke
• Elementary Backstroke