Swim Instructor: Teach All Ages & Lead Safe Swims

YMCA of the Suncoast; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of the Suncoast is seeking a dedicated Swim Instructor for the Greater Ridgecrest Branch. You will teach National YMCA swimming programs from Parent-Child to Adult, helping participants develop skills to progress to higher levels.

The role requires at least 16 years old, current YMCA Swim Instructor or Red Cross WSI certification, and CPR/First Aid. Shifts vary; attendance at training and safety procedures is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and possess a current YMCA Swim Instructor or Red Cross WSI certification upon hire.
• If Red Cross certified, must complete the YMCA Course within 90 days of employment.
• Upon hire, CPR/First Aid certification required and related training within stated timelines.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct teaching leadership to each swimming participant in each class of instruction.
• Role model all aspects of SMART pledge.
• Maintain aquatic standards for each skill level as required by YMCA USA.
• Assist in supervision of children in locker rooms and pool.
• Know and apply all emergency procedures.
• Communicate progress to parents.
• Prepare written lesson plans for substitutes.
• Keep records and progress cards at session end.
• Maintain professional conduct with staff and participants.
• Create a nurturing, safe environment and report suspicious activity.
• Attend staff meetings and training; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Maturity

Interpersonal skills

Education

YMCA Swim Instructor cert

Red Cross WSI cert

Job description

YMCA of the Suncoast is seeking a dedicated Swim Instructor for the Greater Ridgecrest Branch. You will teach National YMCA swimming programs from Parent-Child to Adult, helping participants develop skills to progress to higher levels.

The role requires at least 16 years old, current YMCA Swim Instructor or Red Cross WSI certification, and CPR/First Aid. Shifts vary; attendance at training and safety procedures is essential.