Swim Instructor at Speer YMCA

YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free individual YMCA membership

Discount for household family members

Job summary

Speer YMCA in St. Petersburg, FL is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor to lead classes and promote water safety for all ages. The role involves direct instruction, motivation, and engagement in a supportive YMCA environment.

You must be at least 16, available for evenings/weekends, and have or pursue CPR/First Aid certifications; in-house training is available, and a Level 2 background check is required.

Qualifications

• Teach swimming and water safety to students of varying ages.
• Available to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED and First Aid are a plus.
• In-house training is available for qualified candidates.
• Pass a drug screen and clear a Level 2 background check (Florida).

Responsibilities

• Teach swimming and water safety skills to students of varying ages and abilities.
• Instruct students in swimming and exercise fundamentals per YMCA standards.
• Ensure proper technique, equipment use, and a safe learning environment.

Skills

Swim instruction

Water safety

Flexible hours

Classroom management

Job description

Job Title: Swim Instructor at Speer YMCA Description: The Y is the nation's largest provider of swim lessons, dedicated to improving water safety and swimming skills for all ages. As a part-time Swim Instructor, you'll provide direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for participants in our swim classes. Duties: Pay & Perks: $15.00–$20.00/hour. Free individual YMCA membership and discount for household family members. Work Location: Speer YMCA, 495 62nd Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33702

• Teach swimming and water safety skills to students of varying ages and ability levels, from Parent/Child to Adult classes.
• Instruct students in swimming and exercise fundamentals in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Ensure proper technique, appropriate use of equipment, and a safe, engaging learning environment. Qualifications:
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Available to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Comfortable working with participants of all ages and skill levels.
• Current certifications in CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid, and Swim Instructor training are a plus.
• In-house training is available for qualified candidates.
• Ability to demonstrate proper swim instruction techniques and safely lift equipment and small-to-average-size children.
• Pass a 10-panel urinalysis drug screening
• Clear a Level 2 background check*
• Level 2 background clearance through DCF (Florida) required. Check out this link for more information: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Salary: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour