Swim Instructor - $200 Sign-On & Evening/Weekend Shifts

Y in Central Maryland; Parkville (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Ymca Of Central Maryland, Inc. is seeking a Swim Instructor to deliver swim lessons using the Y curriculum and assess swimmer progression. You will supervise participants, adapt instruction for diverse needs, and promote Y programs in a safe, inclusive environment.

Applicants should have prior swim-instruction experience, CPR/AED/First Aid, and the ability to complete required Y training. Flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Prior swim-instruction or coaching experience preferred.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
• Oxygen Administration certification or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
• Lifeguard certification preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete the Y in Central Maryland swim test.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Completion of Y Swim Lesson Instructor certification and all required training.
• Completion of required new-associate training, including Child Abuse Prevention, before the first assigned shift.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons using the Y's curriculum and progression standards.
• Adapt instruction to meet individual and group needs.
• Actively supervise swimmers and enforce pool-safety rules.
• Assess swimmer abilities and support appropriate level progression.
• Provide clear demonstrations, instruction, and positive feedback.
• Prepare and properly store lesson equipment.
• Maintain attendance and required program records.
• Communicate professionally with participants, families, and Y associates.
• Coordinate qualified substitute coverage and provide lesson plans when an absence is necessary.
• Promote Y swim programs and encourage continued participant development.
• Maintain a clean, safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
• Model the Y's core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Skills

Swim instruction experience

Communication with families

Education

CPR/AED and First Aid certification

Oxygen Administration certification or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire

Y Swim Lesson Instructor certification training

Job description

Ymca Of Central Maryland, Inc. is seeking a Swim Instructor to deliver swim lessons using the Y curriculum and assess swimmer progression. You will supervise participants, adapt instruction for diverse needs, and promote Y programs in a safe, inclusive environment.

Applicants should have prior swim-instruction experience, CPR/AED/First Aid, and the ability to complete required Y training. Flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends is required.