Swim Lesson Instructor

Ymc; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of South Hampton Roads is seeking a dedicated Swim Instructor to lead swimming lessons and empower students to grow in water safety and technique. This role emphasizes building genuine connections with families and delivering high-quality instruction in a supportive environment.

The successful candidate will maintain records, participate in trainings, and uphold YMCA safety policies while promoting community-friendly programs and volunteer involvement.

Qualifications

• Current YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification.
• If Red Cross WSI certified must crossover to YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor within 180 days of employment.
• Current ASHI BLS, Basic First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certifications (or equivalent).
• Must demonstrate swim instructor skills to YMCA standards.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming lessons per YMCA guidelines using prepared lesson plans.
• Builds authentic relationships with students and parents and engages volunteers.
• Communicates program information and refers to other YMCA offerings as needed.
• Completes required staff orientation and safety training.
• Maintains attendance and progress records.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Follows all YMCA policies and safety procedures, and reports incidents.
• Organizes class equipment and reports damaged items.
• Adheres to safety and COVID-19 prevention practices.
• Assists in other areas and completes projects as assigned.

Skills

Swim instruction

Tools

BLS certification

First Aid certification

Oxygen administration

Job description

Description

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life through our culture. At the YMCA of South Hampton Roads, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.

We are welcoming: we are open to all and create spaces where people can belong and become.

We are genuine: we value people and embrace individuality.

We are hopeful: we believe in the potential of people to grow, lead and become catalysts for change.

We are nurturing: we support individuals throughout their journey to reach their full potential.

We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with our people.

Our culture is not a People & Culture initiative; it is how we lead, serve, develop talent, make decisions and deliver on the YMCA's mission.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Y is a leading nonprofit for strengthening community, and the nation’s lead provider of swim lessons to increase skill and safety in and around water. This position provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, using prepared lesson plans accordingly
• Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate, refers students and parents to other programs
• Completes new staff orientation training as required, including bloodborne pathogens and child abuse prevention
• Maintains records as required (i.e., attendance, progress reports, etc.)
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, best practices, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment
• Perform and adheres to safety, cleanliness, and uniform standards associated with COVID-19 prevention
• Assists in all areas and completes all projects and assignments as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification. If associate is Red Cross WSI certified he or she must crossover to YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor within 180 days of employment
• Current ASHI BLS, Basic First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certification (or equivalent course from American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or National Safety Council). Any BLS certification is only good for one year
• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards
• At least 16 years of age

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position operates in an aquatic, recreational, and community-based environment and regularly interacts with participants, children, families, team members, leaders, and other stakeholders. The role requires the ability to instruct and observe participants while demonstrating proper swimming and stroke techniques. The employee must be able to stand for prolonged periods, lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, and lift or assist a small to average-sized child as needed. The position requires the physical ability to safely demonstrate aquatic skills and perform the essential functions associated with teaching swim lessons. Work may be performed indoors or outdoors and may involve exposure to humidity, heat, cold, and inclement weather conditions. The role also requires the ability to maintain attention and communicate effectively in a loud and active aquatic environment.

The YMCA of South Hampton Roads provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position, consistent with applicable law.

YMCA LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Critical Thinking & Decision Making
• Communication & Influence
• Emotional Maturity

ACCOUNTABILITY:

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory performance and successful completion and maintenance of applicable position requirements, which may include background screening, driver's license review, CPS screening, drug and/or alcohol testing, or other screenings as required by the position or applicable law.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Wage Range: $15.25 - $16.50 hourly

The wage range provided reflects the YMCA of South Hampton Roads’ good-faith determination of the minimum and maximum starting salary for this position.