Swim Instructor - Edward Jones YMCA

Gateway Region YMCA; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading community organization as a Swim Instructor, where you will play a vital role in teaching swimming lessons and fostering a supportive environment for participants. This position involves preparing lesson plans, maintaining records, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. You will build positive relationships with members and volunteers, encouraging family involvement in aquatic programs. The Gateway Region YMCA values diversity and offers a welcoming atmosphere for all. If you are passionate about aquatics and community engagement, this role is a perfect opportunity to make a difference.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years of age.
• YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming lessons and prepares lesson plans.
• Maintains records and follows YMCA policies and safety procedures.

Skills

Swim Instruction

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

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