Swim Instructors - Bridgeport YMCA

Central Connecticut Coast YMCA; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading nonprofit organization as a Swim Instructor, where you will inspire and educate participants of all ages in a supportive and positive environment. Your role will involve creating engaging lesson plans, fostering relationships with members, and ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants in accordance with YMCA guidelines. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the community while promoting a culture of caring, respect, and responsibility. If you are passionate about aquatics and enjoy working with diverse groups, this is the perfect role for you to thrive and grow.

Qualifications

• Must obtain CPR, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certifications within 60 days.
• Ability to observe and instruct proper stroke technique.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons and prepare lesson plans according to YMCA guidelines.
• Maintain attendance and skill records, providing progress reports.

Skills

CPR Certification

AED Certification

First Aid Certification

Swim Instructor Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Ability to Work with Diverse Populations

Patience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

This position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization. The Swim Instructor maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while providing direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for swim lesson participants. The Swim Instructor assures the well-being for each participant in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies in accordance with their training. This results in a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined while also managing high-quality, member-focused aquatics programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Models the YMCA core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility with members, colleagues, guests, volunteers, and vendors.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members, program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps members connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals.
• Maintains proper attendance and skill records; prepares required progress reports as directed, as well as provides participants and their families with recommendations for follow-up lesson placement.
• Follows all aquatic procedures and guidelines including those pertaining to health and safety, sessions, forms, reports, and staff expectations.
• Develops positive relationships with participants and provides motivational support and guidance.
• Acts as an ambassador of all YMCA programs with a focus on Aquatics programs, schedules, and member engagement.
• Maintains physical presence at all times with the class and remains aware of pool surroundings and participants in the pool.
• Knows, follows, and enforces all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures, and those for the prevention of child abuse.
• Attends all mandatory meetings and trainings.

** Looking for our morning programs Tues, Wed, Thurs, & Fri 9am-12pm **

• 18+ years.
• Must obtain and maintain CPR, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certifications within 60 days of employment.
• Must obtain and maintain YMCA Swim Lessons Instructor certification within 6 months of employment.
• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Possess the ability to observe and instruct participants in proper stroke technique.
• Must be people-oriented, possess professional communication and organizational skills.
• Must have a passion for helping others, patience, and the ability to adjust to evolving situations.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and assist in swim activities within a busy pool environment.
• Ability to work well with youth and adults in a largely diverse population.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including some weekends and holidays.
• Must successfully complete a swimming and physical skills test upon hire, and annually according to CCC YMCA guidelines.