Swim Instructor - will train

YMCA of Southwest Florida; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Southwest Florida is seeking a Swim Instructor to deliver private and group lessons for children and adults, following YMCA standards. Under the Aquatics Coordinator’s guidance, you will assess abilities and tailor instruction while upholding safety and excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include teaching and evaluating progress, submitting reports on time, attending trainings, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Qualifications

• Background screening as per policy.
• Proficiency in swimming strokes and demonstrations.
• Life saving techniques ability.
• Mutually respectful partnerships with participants.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Self-starter with high energy.
• Adhere to policy on drugs/alcohol/smoke free workplace.
• Instruct and observe stroke techniques.
• Lift equipment or assist with participants.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swim lessons for participants.
• Ensure safety of participants in class.
• Meet scheduling and be on time; handle questions.
• Instructs and evaluates students.
• Submit reports, attendance, and skills on time.
• Attend mandatory trainings.
• Respond to emergencies and secure safety.
• Maintain professional appearance and customer service.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Attend regular staff meetings.

Skills

Swim instruction

Stroke demonstration

Lifesaving techniques

Group instruction

Safety awareness

Background check

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Aquatics Coordinator/Director and in accordance with the policies of the YMCA of Southwest Florida, the Swim Instructor provides swim lessons/ private or group to children and adults of all levels and abilities based on YMCA standards and program requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• The swim instructor is responsible for instructing all swim lesson participants


• This position is also responsible for the safety of the participant in their own class


• Work hours as scheduled which includes beginning and ending class on time; remaining after class to answer participant and/or parent questions as needed and clean up supplies.


• Instructs and evaluates students participating in swim lessons


• Submits completed report cards, skills sheets and attendance information on time


• Attends mandatory meetings and training sessions as scheduled


• Act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.


• Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times and maintains a high standard of customer service.


• All other duties as assigned and appropriate


• Attend regularly scheduled, mandatory staff meetings.


• Utilize time clock and monitor timesheet. Bring any corrections to supervisor within a timely manner


• Responsible for upholding all staff safety requirements including cleaning protocols throughout the day, as required by my department.


• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successfully meet the Association’s policies on background screening


• Proficiency of swimming strokes and the ability to instruct and demonstrate in a group or individual session.


• Ability to perform life saving techniques if necessary


• Ability to forge mutually respectful partnerships with persons served


• Able to maintain confidentiality


• Must be a self starter, with high energy and a positive attitude


• Adhere to drug/alcohol/smoke free workplace policy


• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques


• Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.


• Employment is contingent upon completing required Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• CPR for the Professional Rescuer/ First Aid/AED Certifications


• WSI and/or YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent.


• Completion of the YMCA’s Blood Borne Pathogen’s training annually


• Completion of the YMCA’s Child Sexual Abuse Prevention training annually


• Staff Safety Requirements/Cleaning Protocols


• Additional training classes as recommended by Supervisor