Swim Instructor - Natelli Family YMCA

YMCA of Frederick County; Maryland; On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading community organization is seeking a Swim Instructor to conduct swim lessons at their Natelli Family YMCA. The role involves adhering to YMCA guidelines, demonstrating swimming skills, and maintaining high standards of member service. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and organizational skills, and a commitment to the YMCA's values.

Benefits

Free Membership

Discount on Y programs

MD Sick leave

Qualifications

• At least 16 years of age.
• Minimum of 2 months swim instructor or aide experience.

Responsibilities

• Instructs assigned lessons within National YMCA guidelines.
• Demonstrates appropriate swimming skills to participants.
• Maintains knowledge of current best practices in swim instruction.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Job description

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Position Summary

Conducts swim lessons using the National YMCA Aquatic programs. This position will perform tasks assigned in accordance with the values, mission, and policies of the YMCA.

Benefits

Benefits offered to Part Time employees (12-25 hours per week):

• Free Membership (Individual)
• Discount on Y programs
• MD Sick leave for individuals older than 18 years of age

Deadline to apply: May 26, 2025

Knowledge And Skills

He/she must demonstrate understanding of member service; effective and efficient time management; excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal and organizational skills; ability to exemplify a “Y-Voice” that demonstrates determination, genuine concern, welcoming attitude, hopefulness, and a nurturing spirit.

Understand ethical behavior and business practices, and ensure that own behavior and the behavior of others are consistent with these standards and align with the values of the organization; maintain a high work ethic and organizational accountability.

Essential Functions

• Instructs assigned lessons within National YMCA guidelines.
• Demonstrates appropriate swimming skills and explains them clearly to participants.
• Prepares and utilizes lesson plans as outlined.
• Maintains knowledge of current best practices in swim instruction.
• Responds to patron concerns in a timely manner.
• Reports incidents and concerns to the Pool Manager and the Y Aquatics Director or Assistant Director.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as deemed necessary by the Aquatics Director.
• Follows all policies and procedures listed in the Employee Handbook and Aquatics Procedural Handbook.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Certifications: CPR/AED for adults, children, and infants. May be acquired after hire.
• Ability to comprehend instructions, written correspondence; present information orally; read and interpret policies and procedures; speak effectively in front of people.
• At least 16 years of age.
• Minimum of 2 months swim instructor or swim instructor aide experience.