YMCA Swim Instructor - Shrewsbury

YMCA of the Roses; Shrewsbury (York County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused nonprofit organization is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor in Shrewsbury, USA. The role involves instructing swimming lessons according to YMCA guidelines and developing positive relationships with participants and their families. Candidates must possess or obtain CPR Pro and First Aid certifications, as well as various clearances. The position emphasizes creating a supportive environment while ensuring the safety and progress of all swimmers. Join the Y and make a difference in the community!

Qualifications

• Must obtain CPR Pro and First Aid certification.
• State police clearance, child abuse clearance, and FBI fingerprint clearance required.
• 3+ years experience teaching swim lessons is needed for Level II.
• 5 years teaching experience and 3 years supervising required for Level III.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons according to YMCA guidelines.
• Develop relationships with participants and communicate progress to parents.
• Maintain required records for attendance and progress.

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.

Our 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, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined.

Position Summary

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Swim Instructor 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

• Instruct swimming lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines, following lesson plans provided for each class level.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with program participants and parents/caregivers while supporting them in achieving their goals.
• Relay information regarding participants' progress as well as other programs to parents/caregivers, when appropriate, while maintaining a friendly and warm atmosphere.
• Maintain records as required (e.g., attendance, parent handbooks, certificates).
• Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Complete incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Attend 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 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.