Swim Lesson Instructor

YMCA of Greater Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Swim Lesson Instructor where you can make a difference in the lives of participants. This role offers the chance to teach essential swimming skills while promoting personal safety and water sports. With opportunities for ongoing training and career advancement, you will be part of a supportive community dedicated to healthy living and youth development. Enjoy flexible schedules and the benefits of a free YMCA membership, all while earning competitive pay. If you’re passionate about teaching and making a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Ongoing training and recertification

Free YMCA membership

Flexible schedules

Opportunities for career advancement

Hiring bonus of $150

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and have relevant safety certifications.
• Ability to work with diverse groups in a friendly manner.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons and ensure participant safety.
• Plan lessons and maintain cleanliness of the pool area.
• Contribute to the YMCA mission of healthy living and youth development.

Skills

Communication Skills

Safety Awareness

Teaching Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Emergency Oxygen Certification

Job description

Overview

A Y Swim Lesson Instructor teaches quality lessons to participants concentrating on the Y’s five areas of growth; personal safety, stroke development, water safety and rescue, personal growth, water sports and games.

FREE YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Training$150 Hiring Bonus

Become a Swim Lesson Instructor AND Lifeguard, earn $15/hr! Let us know in your application/interview if you are interested in both positions. No prior experience required.

Other YMCA employment benefits:

• Ongoing training and recertification
• Free YMCA membership to all YMCA centers
• Flexible schedules
• Opportunities for career advancement

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the overall YMCA mission of healthy living, youth development and social responsibility.
• Enforce all posted rules and any other rules that are required to ensure the safety of all participants.
• Teach swim lessons to participants at appropriate age levels, per national guidelines of course levels and ratios.
• Plan lessons for classes, be well prepared for lesson.
• Responsible for set up and tear down of lessons (includes all utilized equipment).
• Take attendance at all classes.
• Responsible for updating all areas and certifications through the YMCA training certification program as needed for position.
• Responsible to assist in the cleanliness of the pool and reporting any maintenance needs.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• American Safety and Health Institute certifications (FREE training available)
• Current First Aid.
• Current CPRPro (includes AED).
• Current Emergency Oxygen.
• YMCA Swim Lessons Instructor training (FREE training available)
• Must be able to relate and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner.