Swim Instructor - West Shore YMCA

YMCA of Greater Cleveland; Westlake (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Greater Cleveland seeks a dedicated Swim Instructor to deliver engaging swim lessons. This role offers opportunities to interact with diverse participants, ensuring their safety while developing their aquatic skills. Candidates should possess relevant certifications and a passion for teaching in a positive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching aquatic skills preferred.
• Demonstrated public speaking ability and customer service orientation.
• Must achieve CPR and First Aid certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Plan and instruct effective swim classes for participants of varying ages.
• Evaluate swimming skills and ensure participant safety during lessons.
• Maintain positive rapport with participants and parents.

Skills

Public Speaking

Customer Service

Education

CPR and First Aid Certification

Current Swim Instructor Certification (WSI or YSI)

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YMCA of Greater Cleveland | Westlake, OH 44145

Swim instructors plan and deliver effective, engaging swim instruction, using the YMCA of the USA swim curriculum, in a designated program area for YMCA members, program participants, and non-members. A successful candidate must be knowledgeable, punctual, professional, and enthusiastically interact with class participants.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate skills and explain them clearly to class members.
• Plan each teaching class and instruct at the appropriate skill and age level for the class.
• Observe all YMCA attendance and safety rules when teaching classes.
• Maintain positive rapport with participants and parents of participants.
• Conduct classes in accordance with YMCA of Cleveland standards and guidelines.
• Responsible for participant safety and understands emergency procedures.
• Evaluate swimming skills and place participants in appropriate class.

Experience

• Demonstrated public speaking ability and customer service orientation towards individuals and groups of people.
• At least 6 months of instructor experience in designated aquatic area preferred.

Certification(s) & Requirements:

• CPR and First Aid certification and Safety training required within 90 days of hire.
• Current swim instructor (WSI or YSI) certification preferred prior to hire, or must be obtained within the first 90 days of hire.