Swim Instructor - Flexible Hours, Free YMCA Membership

DeKalb Health; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The YMCA North in Saint Paul is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor (age 16+). You will teach swim skills and water safety to kids and adults at the Y, with a flexible schedule and a free membership as part of the package.

Role focuses on safe, engaging instruction following YMCA guidelines; you’ll supervise learners, communicate pool policies, evaluate progress, and help place students in appropriate levels for continued growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 16.
• CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer annually, First Aid and Oxygen Certification within 120 days of hire.
• Patience and the ability to communicate with all ages and levels of swimmers.
• Demonstrated ability to swim in shallow and deep water, and tread water (Stage 4).
• YMCA Swim Instructor Skills Verification completed.

Responsibilities

• Provide swimming instruction to students of various ages and ability levels.
• Maintain constant supervision of students and aid swimmers as needed.
• Know, understand, and communicate pool policies and procedures.
• Evaluate students and recommend placement in the correct skill level.

Skills

Patience

Communication skills

Swimming ability (Stage 4)

Education

CPR/AED certification

First Aid certification

Oxygen certification

YMCA Swim Instructor Skills Verification

Job description

The YMCA North in Saint Paul is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor (age 16+). You will teach swim skills and water safety to kids and adults at the Y, with a flexible schedule and a free membership as part of the package.

Role focuses on safe, engaging instruction following YMCA guidelines; you’ll supervise learners, communicate pool policies, evaluate progress, and help place students in appropriate levels for continued growth.