Swim Instructor - Shrewsbury

YMCA of the Roses; Hungerford (PA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused nonprofit organization is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor in Pennsylvania to provide swimming instruction and safety education for individuals of all ages. This role includes developing positive relationships with participants, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and maintaining a supportive learning environment. Ideal candidates should possess CPR Pro and First Aid certifications and meet specific training requirements based on the instructor level. Join us and make a meaningful impact in your community.

Qualifications

• Must have CPR Pro and First Aid certification.
• Obtain state police and child abuse clearance.
• 3 years teaching swim lessons for Level II qualification.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons according to YMCA guidelines.
• Maintain positive relationships with participants and parents.
• Complete incident and accident reports as necessary.

Skills

CPR Pro certification

First Aid certification

Teaching swim lessons

Collaboration

Inclusion

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Swim Instructor (Part-Time) – Make a Splash with the Y!

Join the YMCA team and help swimmers of all ages build confidence and life‑saving skills in a fun, supportive environment. Be part of a mission‑driven organization committed to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Swim Instructor at the YMCA maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and provides proper, safe instruction of all levels of the Y USA swim lessons.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Instructs swimming lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines, following lesson plans provided for each class level.
2. Develops and maintains positive relationships with program participants and parents/caregivers while supporting them in achieving their goals.
3. Relays information regarding participants' progress as well as other programs to parents/caregivers, when appropriate, while maintaining a friendly and warm atmosphere.
4. Maintains records as required (e.g., attendance, parent handbooks, certificates).
5. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
6. Attends staff meetings and in‑service trainings when requested.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Collaboration
• Developing Self & Others
• Inclusion

QUALIFICATIONS:

Swim Instructor I

• Must have or obtain CPR Pro and First Aid certification
• Obtain a state police clearance, a child abuse clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
• Obtain Mandated Reporter Clearance.

Swim Instructor II

• Must have or obtain CPR Pro and First Aid certification
• Obtain a state police clearance, a child abuse clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
• Obtain Mandated Reporter Clearance.
• High School Diploma
• 3 years teaching swim lessons experience OR completion of YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor (YSLI) Training.

Swim Instructor III

• Must have or obtain CPR Pro and First Aid certification
• Obtain a state police clearance, a child abuse clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
• Obtain Mandated Reporter Clearance.
• High School Diploma
• Meet all requirements for Level II
• 5 years of experience teaching swim lessons
• 3 years of experience supervising a staff team

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
• Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.

Obtain Criminal background check, Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI fingerprint clearance.