Swim Instructor - Teach All Ages, Training & Certs Included

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

Job summary

The YMCA of the Suncoast, Greater Palm Harbor Branch, is seeking a Swim Instructor to teach all National YMCA swimming programs from Parent-Child to Adult, enabling participants to build skills to advance.

Responsibilities include delivering direct instruction, maintaining safety standards, preparing lesson plans, communicating progress to parents, and contributing to a nurturing, organized aquatic environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old with YMCA Swim Instructor or Red Cross WSI certification.
• Upon hire, CPR/AED/First Aid, and related trainings required.
• Within specified timelines, required training courses must be completed.
• Broad knowledge of YMCA programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach all National YMCA swimming programs from Parent-Child to Adult.
• Follow safety standards and aquatic procedures.
• Prepare lesson plans and substitute plans for each class.
• Communicate progress to parents and guardians.
• Maintain a nurturing, safe aquatic environment.
• Assist with supervision and facility upkeep.
• Adhere to dress code, codes of conduct, and emergency procedures.
• Attend staff trainings and meetings; perform other duties as assigned.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and progress cards.

Skills

Communication

Maturity

People skills

Education

YMCA Swim Instructor or Red Cross WSI certification

Job description

The YMCA of the Suncoast, Greater Palm Harbor Branch, is seeking a Swim Instructor to teach all National YMCA swimming programs from Parent-Child to Adult, enabling participants to build skills to advance.

Responsibilities include delivering direct instruction, maintaining safety standards, preparing lesson plans, communicating progress to parents, and contributing to a nurturing, organized aquatic environment.