Swim Instructor - St. Augustine YMCA

YMCA of Florida's First Coast; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community organization is seeking a Swim Instructor at their St. Augustine YMCA. The position includes providing swimming instruction, maintaining safety, and fostering community engagement. Candidates must possess relevant certifications and a passion for teaching and promoting aquatic skills.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate swim instructor skills per YMCA standards.
• Certifications required: CPR, AED, O2, First Aid.
• At least 16 years old required.

Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming lessons and prepares lesson plans.
• Maintains records and encourages member involvement.
• Ensures safety and cleanliness of facilities.

Skills

Leadership

Motivation

Communication

Education

YMCA Swim Instructor certification

CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification

First Aid certification

At least 16 years of age

Job description

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Position Summary: Provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes.

Essential Functions

• Instructs swimming lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
• Develops positive relationships with members and participants and provides motivational support and guidance.
• Encourages member and parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers members and participants to other programs.
• Maintains records as required (i.e., attendance, progress reports, etc.).
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
• Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.
• Applies YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to best practices, emergency procedures, medical and disciplinary situations and child abuse prevention.
• Ensures the health and safety of all members/guests.
• Inspect physical space to ensure the safety, orderliness, sanitation and cleanliness of facilities.
  
  

NOTE: This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions.It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

YMCA Competencies (Leader)

• Values: Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values.
• Developing Others: Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Decision-Making: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
• Innovation: Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
• Quality Results: Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
• Emotional Maturity: Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships.
  
  

Qualifications

• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, O2, First Aid certification.
• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• YMCA Swim Instructor certification.4. At least 16 years of age.
  
  

Physical Demands: Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques. Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Education Administration Programs

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