Swim Instructor- NEW Summer Pay Rate - West Boise YMCA

Treasure Valley Family YMCA; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading community organization as a Swim Instructor at the West Boise YMCA. In this part-time role, you will teach swimming and water safety skills while fostering a fun and supportive environment for all ages. Your responsibilities include ensuring safety, assessing skill levels, and building relationships with participants and parents. This position offers a competitive pay rate and the opportunity to make a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older.
• Ability to differentiate between colors.

Responsibilities

• Teach swimming, water safety, and survival skills.
• Maintain a safe environment and enforce safety rules.
• Monitor safety and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Emergency Response

Education

Basic Life Support

First Aid

Oxygen Certification

YMCA Swim Instructor Certification

Job description

Swim Instructor - NEW Summer Pay Rate - West Boise YMCA

Join us as a Swim Instructor at Treasure Valley Family YMCA and enjoy our new summer pay rate!

Position Details

Location: West Boise YMCA

Pay Range: $13.65/hr (base), with an additional $2.50/hr from May 7th to September 6th

Schedule: Part-time, weekdays and weekends

Role Overview

As a Swim Instructor, you will teach swimming, water safety, and survival skills, inspiring confidence and safety in participants of all levels. You will create a fun, safe, and supportive environment for learning and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with youth and parents, providing honest feedback and encouragement.
• Maintain a safe environment by enforcing safety rules, role modeling safe behaviors, and ensuring the deck is clutter-free.
• Implement and adapt curriculum to meet learners' needs and help them achieve their goals.
• Engage in meaningful conversations about swimmer progress and retention.
• Monitor safety and respond promptly to emergencies.
• Assess skill levels for proper class placement.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older.
• Ability to differentiate between colors (red, yellow, blue, green).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, welcoming and inclusive attitude.
• Ability to respond calmly to emergencies.

Certifications Needed

• Basic Life Support
• First Aid
• Oxygen Certification
• YMCA Swim Instructor Certification (training available)

Learn more about certification classes at this link.

Our Values

We welcome everyone and promote a community built on caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We strive to create an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive and reach their full potential.

Application Process

External candidates can apply online at our website. Current YMCA staff should apply through their UKG account. For questions, contact [e-mail].