Swim Instructor — Teach & Inspire (Part-Time) + Free Y Membership

Greater Joliet Area YMCA; Plainfield, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

FREE Y Membership

25% off on Y programming

Participation in the Y’s retirement pl

Job summary

The Greater Joliet Area YMCA is seeking enthusiastic Aquatics Instructors to teach swim lessons to people of all ages, fostering water safety and confidence in our community at CW Avery Family YMCA in Plainfield, IL.

As an Aquatics Instructor you will follow YMCA guidelines, prepare lesson plans, maintain records, and collaborate with staff and families. Certifications in CPR/First Aid/AED, Child Abuse Prevention, Bloodborne Pathogen, and must be 16+.

Qualifications

• CPR, First Aid and AED, Child Abuse Prevention, and Blood Borne Pathogen certifications required.
• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• At least 16 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members or program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages parent or caregiver involvement.
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs.
• Maintains records as required (e.g., attendance, progress reports).
• 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.
• Participate in aquatic staff in-services, meetings, and trainings as designated by the aquatics director.
• All other duties as assigned.

Job description

The Greater Joliet Area YMCA is seeking enthusiastic Aquatics Instructors to teach swim lessons to people of all ages, fostering water safety and confidence in our community at CW Avery Family YMCA in Plainfield, IL.

As an Aquatics Instructor you will follow YMCA guidelines, prepare lesson plans, maintain records, and collaborate with staff and families. Certifications in CPR/First Aid/AED, Child Abuse Prevention, Bloodborne Pathogen, and must be 16+.