Swim Instructor - Carondelet Rec Complex YMCA

Gateway Region YMCA; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gateway Region YMCA is seeking a Swim Instructor to deliver professional swimming lessons and support program participants in achieving their goals. The instructor will foster positive relationships within the community, ensure safety standards are met, and maintain necessary records. Applicants should possess YMCA Swim Instructor certification and demonstrate the ability to instruct effectively while engaging with diverse families in a supportive environment.

Benefits

403(b) Retirement Savings

12% Retirement fund after completing 1,000 hours

20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University

Free individual membership to YMCA nationwide

Discounts on YMCA programs

Discounts on YMCA Childcare

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Demonstrate swim instructor skills according to YMCA standards.

Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming lessons and prepares lesson plans.
• Develops relationships with participants and encourages involvement.
• Maintains attendance records and follows YMCA safety procedures.

Skills

Relationship Building

Swimming Instructor Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

YMCA Swim Instructor Certification

Job description

• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members or program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages parent or caregiver involvement.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs.
• Maintains records as required (e.g., attendance, progress reports).
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
• Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.

The YMCA Welcomes a Diverse Workforce

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

The Gateway Region YMCA strictly follows a zero tolerance policy regarding child abuse.

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent.
• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

Full Compensation Package (when applicable):

• 403(b) Retirement Savings
• Retirement fund of 12% per pay period after completing 1,000 hours of service during any two 12-month period.
• 20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University
• Free individual membership to YMCA nationwide
• Discounts on YMCA programs
• Discounts on YMCA Childcare