Swim Instructor (Part-Time) — Flexible Schedule & Impact

YMCA of Greater Brandywine; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free family YMCA membership

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and PTO for full-time

Babysitting while you work (up to 4h)

Discounts on childcare, camp, youth, &

12% employer retirement contribution

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing education reimbursement

Career development and paid training

Referral bonus starting at $300

Flexible schedule

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Brandywine in Coatesville, PA is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor to support our swim lesson program and deliver excellent member service. You will lead instructional activities within the program curriculum and promote safety.

You’ll greet participants, adapt instruction to abilities, and uphold aquatic policies. This role offers a collaborative, values-driven environment with opportunities for training and growth within the Y.

Qualifications

• Must be 15 years of age or older.
• Experience in competitive swimming or teaching lessons preferred.
• Obtain and maintain YMCA YSL certification within 6 months of hire.
• Demonstrate the ability to relate and positively interact with children and adults.
• Be able to demonstrate the five main components of swimming - freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke, and, preferably, butterfly.

Responsibilities

• Lead swim instruction to develop skills of all participants within prescribed curriculum.
• Assist in ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants.
• Communicate positively with the parents/guardians of participants.
• Assist with the completion of progress reports and event-related cards.

Skills

Child interaction

Swimming instruction

Safety awareness

Lesson adaptation

Education

YMCA YSL certification

Certification within 6 months of hire

Job description

YMCA of Greater Brandywine in Coatesville, PA is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor to support our swim lesson program and deliver excellent member service. You will lead instructional activities within the program curriculum and promote safety.

You’ll greet participants, adapt instruction to abilities, and uphold aquatic policies. This role offers a collaborative, values-driven environment with opportunities for training and growth within the Y.