Swim Instructor - Goochland YMCA

YMCA of Greater Richmond; Virginia; On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Richmond is seeking part-time Swim Instructors for our Goochland Family YMCA pool to lead Learn to Swim lessons during the day. You’ll teach small groups, model water safety, and reinforce YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Ideal candidates have current CPR, AED and First Aid certifications; Lifeguard or WSI credentials are a plus. We offer flexible shifts and on-site work with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Must have current CPR, AED and First Aid certifications.
• If not certified, YMCA will certify you.

Responsibilities

• Lead Learn to Swim lessons during the day.
• Teach swimming skills and basic water safety to small groups.
• Incorporate YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Enthusiastic

Group instruction

Water safety

Education

CPR, AED & First Aid certifications

Lifeguard/WSI certification preferred

Job description

The Goochland Family YMCA is seeking part time swim instructors to lead swim lessons for program participants at our pool! Pay range for this position is $15-$17 per hour. We are looking for swim instructors to help with Learn to Swim during the day.

DUTIES for Swim Instructors

Swim Instructors should be enthusiastic and energetic, with strong interpersonal skills. We are looking for swim instructors who can work a variety of shifts with a variety of ages. Using a variety of tools and teaching techniques, swim instructors will work with small groups of students teaching swimming skills, basic water safety, and the YMCA core values.

QUALIFICATIONS for Swim Instructors

Swim instructors must have current CPR, AED and First Aid certifications. Current YMCA, American Red Cross Lifeguard, or Ellis and YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor or WSI certifications are preferred but not necessary. If not currently certified, we will certify you!

Who we are:

The YMCA of Greater Richmond stands committed to creating a work environment comprised of individuals from diverse socio-economic, racial, ethnic, religious, and national origins. We believe in nurturing the potential of all staff and are dedicated to the ongoing professional development of talent. We believe a diverse and inclusive work community is essential to fulfilling our mission of being open to all. The Y is a cause-driven organization focused on strengthening our community. The principles that guide us in our work are our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.