Swim Instructor - Part-Time | Free Membership & Training

North Shore YMCA; Ipswich (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Employee discounts on programs

Free YMCA uniform

Job summary

YMCA of the North Shore in Ipswich, MA is hiring Swim Instructors to join our Aquatics Team. No prior swim instruction experience is required; paid training will cover YMCA curricula, shadowing, and ongoing coaching, empowering you to teach diverse learners.

You will lead group and private lessons, promote water safety, and create a supportive, inclusive environment while helping swimmers of all ages reach their goals. Flexible part-time schedules are available.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Current Lifeguarding/Swim Instruction certifications preferred or willing to obtain.
• Positive attitude, love of the water.
• Desire to make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons to children and adults of various ages and abilities.
• Lead engaging group and private lessons using the YMCA Swim Curriculum.
• Promote water safety and help swimmers build confidence.
• Create a positive, encouraging, and inclusive learning environment.
• Celebrate progress and help every swimmer reach their goals.

Skills

Positive attitude

Love of water

Desire to make a difference

Tools

Lifeguard certification

Swim instruction certification

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Oxygen

Job description

YMCA of the North Shore in Ipswich, MA is hiring Swim Instructors to join our Aquatics Team. No prior swim instruction experience is required; paid training will cover YMCA curricula, shadowing, and ongoing coaching, empowering you to teach diverse learners.

You will lead group and private lessons, promote water safety, and create a supportive, inclusive environment while helping swimmers of all ages reach their goals. Flexible part-time schedules are available.