Swim Instructor – Flexible Hours + $200 Sign-On

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

The Y in Central Maryland is hiring a Swim Instructor to deliver safe, engaging lessons using our curriculum. You will supervise swimmers, adapt instruction, assess progress, and maintain records while upholding the Y’s core values.

Eligible candidates may earn a $200 sign-on bonus after completing onboarding and required training. The role requires evenings/weekends and certification in CPR/First Aid, plus swim-instruction experience.

Qualifications

• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
• Oxygen Administration certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Lifeguard certification preferred.
• Ability to complete Y Swim Lesson Instructor certification and 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.

Education

CPR/AED and First Aid certification

Oxygen Administration certification

Lifeguard certification

Y Swim Lesson Instructor certification

Child Abuse Prevention training

Job description

The Y in Central Maryland is hiring a Swim Instructor to deliver safe, engaging lessons using our curriculum. You will supervise swimmers, adapt instruction, assess progress, and maintain records while upholding the Y’s core values.

Eligible candidates may earn a $200 sign-on bonus after completing onboarding and required training. The role requires evenings/weekends and certification in CPR/First Aid, plus swim-instruction experience.