Swim Instructor - East Belleville YMCA

Gateway Region YMCA; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The Gateway Region YMCA is looking for a Swim Instructor responsible for teaching swimming lessons and ensuring participant safety. This role involves preparing lesson plans, maintaining records, and fostering a positive environment for members. Ideal candidates should be at least 16 years old with a YMCA Swim Instructor certification.

Benefits

403(b) Retirement Savings

11% Retirement fund after 1,000 hours of service

20% Discount on tuition at Missouri Baptist University

Free individual membership to YMCA nationwide

Discounts on YMCA programs and childcare

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons and prepare lesson plans.
• Maintain records including attendance and progress reports.
• Train and supervise class aides as assigned.

Skills

Swimming Instructor Skills

Relationship Building

Communication

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 11% 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