Swim Instructor (Urgently Hiring)

Icon Fitness; Greenwich, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Individual Membership

Job summary

The YMCA Swim School in Greenwich, CT is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor to join its aquatic program at 50 E Putnam Ave. The role offers $25.00 per hour and a flexible, community-focused environment.

You will teach classes, supervise participants, and apply safety protocols while helping learners reach their goals. Strong fitness, patience, and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching swimming to groups and individuals.
• Ability to enforce safety and hygiene protocols.
• Strong communication with participants and parents.
• Adaptable to learners of all ages and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim classes with enthusiasm and creativity.
• Maintain constant supervision and ensure participant safety.
• Ensure students achieve at least one goal per class.
• Prepare equipment and keep pool area clean.
• Arrive 15 minutes early and communicate with supervisor.

Skills

Swim instruction

Safety awareness

Verbal communication

Patience with learners

Job description

# Swim Instructor (Urgently Hiring)USD 25.00 Hourly|SWIM SCHOOL in 50 E Putnam Ave, Greenwich, CT 06807-2608, United StatesPart TimeOur 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:** we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. **We are genuine:** we value you and embrace your individuality. **We are hopeful:** we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. **We are nurturing:** we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. **We are determined:** above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.* Work effectively with children and adults in a learning environment based on individual needs.* Use positive reinforcement as a reward for skills achieved as well as good behavior.* Ensure that each student has accomplished at least one goal during each class period.* Demonstrate and use equipment properly.* Teach with enthusiasm and creativity.* Instruct classes in accordance with YMCA policies, including covering all class components and using proper teaching technique.* Maintain constant supervision on all class members and ensure their safety during the class.* Keep children moving as much as possible to get the most out of each class.* Arrive 15 minutes prior to scheduled time to perform assigned duties.* Be courteous and give sincere attention to participants and parents.* Know the names of class participants and use their names when speaking to them.* Ensure a positive learning environment while maintaining a sufficient level of class control.* Communicate requests for replacement and time off to supervisor.* Attend all scheduled staff meetings and training events.* Have equipment ready before class begins and store it properly after class.* Indoor pool facility: this environment is characterized by warm temperatures and high humidity levels.* The atmosphere can be loud and busy with multiple classes or swim sessions occurring simultaneously.* Candidates will interact with a diverse group of participants, including children, adults and individuals with special needs, requiring a friendly, patient and professional demeanor.* The role requires an adherence to safety and hygiene protocols, as well as the ability to maintain a clean and organized pool area.* The swim instructor position requires a high level of fitness and endurance. Swim Instructors are required to spend extended periods of time in the water, demonstrating skill technique and assisting participants.* The role involves frequent bending, reaching, lifting and moving of equipment as much as 10lbs, as well as the ability to support swimmers of various sizes.* Strong verbal communication skills are essential to effectively instruct and ensure the safety of all participants.* Salary is competitive dependent upon experience.* YMCA provides an Individual Membership to all Part-Time staff.### Education and Training (if a question does not apply to you please enter N/A)List duties and special training you completed is required.Additional qualifications, special training/education, computer or office equipment skills and/or individual capabilities you have which will prepare you for the position you have applied for is required.## Explore Company Location