Swim Lesson Instructor

Young Mens Christian Association Of The Chesapeake; Elkton (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Young Mens Christian Association Of The Chesapeake in Elkton, Kentucky, is seeking a Swimming Instructor to provide leadership and instruction in swimming classes. This role involves preparing lesson plans, building relationships with students and parents, and maintaining class records.

Candidates must have YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent, along with CPR and First Aid certifications. The ideal instructor should be at least 16 years old and possess the ability to observe and instruct participants effectively.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate swim instructor skills according to YMCA standards.
• CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid certification are required.
• At least 16 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons following YMCA guidelines.
• Build relationships with students and parents.
• Maintain attendance and progress reports.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings.

Skills

Swimming instruction

Communication

Relationship building

Supervision skills

Education

YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: Provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes.

Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having 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.
• Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
• Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.

Qualifications

• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification and Emergency Oxygen.
• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent.
• At least 16 years of age.

Physical Demands

• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
• Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.
• Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility. Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.