Swim Instructors - Hilltop YMCA

YMCA of Central Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated swim instructor to lead engaging and educational classes, promoting youth development and healthy living. In this role, you will be a cause-driven leader, ensuring the safety of participants while fostering effective relationships within the community. You will play a vital role in nurturing the potential of youth and supporting their goals, all while adhering to the organization's policies and procedures. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and enjoy working with diverse groups, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Passionate belief in nurturing youth potential and promoting healthy living.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups from all backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead fun and safe swim classes while promoting the YMCA mission.
• Ensure participant safety and maintain class control.

Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

Swimming Proficiency

Relationship Building

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Responsibilities:

1. Think, communicate, and behave as a cause-driven leader and role model for staff and members, promoting youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility in all job functions.
2. Lead energizing, fun, safe, and educational classes, as directed by the supervisor, to accomplish the YMCA mission and goals. Classes should follow the progression detailed in the swim lesson skill level sheets.
3. Ensure participant safety by educating about and enforcing safety rules and maintaining class control.
4. Communicate openly with participants and their parents to support their goals related to healthy living. Appraise students and parents of strengths, accomplishments, and areas for improvement or skill progression.
5. Build effective, authentic relationships with members; help members connect with each other and the YMCA; implement “3 minutes” in every class.
6. Keep accurate records of class attendance and skill evaluations.
7. Follow YMCA policies and procedures; respond to emergency situations and participate in drills and procedures to the highest level of training permitted.

Qualifications:

• Possess a passionate belief in the Y’s mission of nurturing the potential of all youth, supporting healthy living, and helping neighbors.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups from all social and economic backgrounds.
• Must be at least 16 years old and able to swim. High school diploma and teaching experience are preferred.
• Obtain American Red Cross CPR, First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen Administration certifications within the first 60 days of employment.
• Obtain YMCA Swim Lesson (YSL) instructor certification within one year of hire; all certifications must be kept current during employment.