Swim Instructor — Flexible Hours & Community Impact

Ymcaspokane; Sandpoint, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Paid sick time

Flexible schedules

Retirement plan

Job summary

The YMCA of the Inland Northwest is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor for Litehouse/Sandpoint. You will teach swim lessons to beginners through advanced groups, adapt activities for safety and engagement, and build relationships with participants and families.

Role requires evening and weekend availability, strong communication, and adherence to YMCA safety policies. Join a mission-driven nonprofit focused on youth development and healthy living.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of age.
• Exhibits great communication and listening skills to work with staff and members, delivering a quality experience.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
• Completion of YMCA required training upon hire.
• Ability to develop positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach swim instruction to Y swim lesson participants, offering activities based on swimmer ability and level.
• Maintain equipment inventory and manage swim lesson gear.
• Evaluate participants’ abilities and adapt activities to keep classes enjoyable.
• Explain and enforce safety rules for the aquatic facility and equipment.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to participants and families.

Skills

Communication

Listening

Staff interaction

Customer service

Education

YMCA training

Age 15+

Job description

The YMCA of the Inland Northwest is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor for Litehouse/Sandpoint. You will teach swim lessons to beginners through advanced groups, adapt activities for safety and engagement, and build relationships with participants and families.

Role requires evening and weekend availability, strong communication, and adherence to YMCA safety policies. Join a mission-driven nonprofit focused on youth development and healthy living.