Swim Instructor I — Youth Development & Wellness

YMCA of Metro Atlanta; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is hiring a Swim Instructor to join our aquatics team at Cecil Pruett Community Center YMCA in Georgia. You will provide direct instruction in swim classes, plan lessons, and support members and families.

You will build positive relationships, promote safety, maintain records, and ensure adherence to YMCA guidelines while supporting volunteers and staff in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Ability to demonstrate swim instructor skills to YMCA standards.
• Must pass a background check and program trainings.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, with prepared lesson plans.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with participants, families, and volunteers.
• Convey information on aquatics programs and schedules; refer participants to other programs as needed.
• Maintain attendance and progress records for participants.
• Follow all YMCA policies and safety procedures; complete incident reports as necessary.
• Organize and put away class equipment; report damaged equipment.
• Train and supervise class aides as assigned.

Skills

Swim instruction

Safety awareness

Communication

Record keeping

Education

YMCA Swim Instructor Certification

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

AED/First Aid Certification

Job description

The YMCA of Metro Atlanta is hiring a Swim Instructor to join our aquatics team at Cecil Pruett Community Center YMCA in Georgia. You will provide direct instruction in swim classes, plan lessons, and support members and families.

You will build positive relationships, promote safety, maintain records, and ensure adherence to YMCA guidelines while supporting volunteers and staff in a collaborative environment.