Swim Instructor - Phifer

careers-catawba-ymca; Morganton (NC); On-site; USD 15,153 - 18,253; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Contribution

Job summary

The YMCA is seeking a Swim Instructor in Morganton, NC to deliver lessons per YMCA standards. You will maintain safety, document progress, and use prepared lesson plans and aids to maximize practice time.

The role requires enthusiasm and strong communication with students and families. Prior to teaching solo, you must complete required certifications and trainings, maintain current CPR/First Aid/AED, and participate in staff development and evaluations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Must complete YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification or have current Red Cross Swim Instructor certification within 90 days.
• Maintain current CPR, First Aid, AED, Oxygen Administration certifications with annual renewal.
• Complete Blood Borne Pathogens and Child Abuse Prevention trainings annually.
• Complete New Staff Connection before employment and I Create Loyalty Training within 30 days of hire.
• Demonstrate professional, mature image and excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons according to YMCA of the USA standards.
• Create a positive learning environment with enthusiasm.
• Maintain swimmer safety and enforce rules during lessons.
• Keep attendance and skills records for each student/session.
• Provide written progress records to each student.
• Use swim aids and prepared lesson plans to maximize practice time.
• Participate in staff meetings and in-service training.
• Conduct program evaluations and carry out duties assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Teaching

Job description

Overview

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director/Coordinator and in accordance with the mission of the YMCA, the Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching swim lessons according to YMCA of the USA program standards.

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons according to YMCA of the USA standards
• Create a positive learning environment through personal enthusiasm
• Be safety-conscious, maintain order and enforce rules during lessons to ensure swimmer safety
• Keep accurate records of attendance and skills achieved by each student, each session
• Provide eachstudent with written records of progress
• Use swim aids effectively to maximize each individual’s practice time
• Utilize written lesson plans for each lesson to make the most efficient use of class time
• Participate in all staff meetings and in-service training
• Conduct program evaluationsCarries out additional duties as assigned by supervisor
• All YMCA staff are responsible for creating a safe, inclusive environment. This includes following all YMCA policies and procedures related to abuse prevention, reporting concerns or incidents immediately, and maintaining appropriate boundaries with youth and members

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old
• Must successfully complete, and maintain current certification, as a YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor (24 hours) prior to teaching alone or within 90 days if a current Red Cross Swim Instructor
• Current status in the following certifications, to be renewed annually:
  • Professional Level CPR
  • First Aid
  • Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)
  • Oxygen Administration
• Must complete the following trainings before working first shift and are to be renewed annually: Blood Borne Pathogens and Child Abuse Prevention.
• Must complete YMCA of Greater Charlotte New Staff Connection prior to employment
• Must complete I Create Loyalty Training within 30 days of hire
• Must successfully complete at least 4 hours teaching under the direct supervision of the Aquatics Director/Coordinator or an experienced instructor before leading a class independently
• Must present a professional, mature image, and have excellent interpersonal communication skills

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Contribution

OUR YMCA CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.We are welcoming:we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.We are genuine:we value you and embrace your individuality.We are hopeful:we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.We are nurturing:we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.We are determined:above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Posted Salary Range

USD $11.25 - USD $13.25 /Hr.