Swim Lesson Instructor

YMCA of Upper Palmetto; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 17,908 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

A local community wellness organization in South Carolina is seeking a part-time Swim Lesson Instructor responsible for providing swimming instruction and ensuring student safety. The ideal candidate will be certified in swim instruction and maintain a positive attitude. This role requires flexibility in scheduling, including potential day, night, and weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Certification in YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor required within first 60 days.
• Must exhibit a stable temperament and high degree of maturity.

Responsibilities

• Provide swimming instruction using National YMCA Programs.
• Ensure student safety at all times.
• Assist the Aquatic Director with branch activities.

Skills

Swim instruction

Communication

Positive attitude

Education

YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Overview

Swim Lesson Instructor - Part-Time at YMCA of Upper Palmetto

Base pay range: $13.00/hr - $22.00/hr

POSITION SUMMARY: Under supervision of the Aquatics Director and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, the Swim Lesson Instructor is responsible for providing swimming instruction using National YMCA Programs and ensuring the safety of students at all times. The Swim Lesson Instructor will assist the Aquatic Director with various branch activities such as special events, and other activities that occur on various occasions. The Program Director schedules and assigns group lessons. Position may require day, night and weekend work.

• Teach aquatic skills
• Set up your class for a safe and fun environment
• Communicate with parents/guardians and/or participants about progress
• Maintain attendance and skill accomplishment records
• Dress appropriately with swimwear and YMCA Swim Instructor shirt
• Follow prepared lesson plans
• Maintain teaching equipment (kick boards, floats, etc.)
• Always be within arm’s reach of students and never turn your back to students
• Know the YMCA emergency procedures and location of emergency equipment
• Prepared and able to teach a variety of ages—from 6 months to adult if needed
• Use age-appropriate equipment and activities/games for the age and level of your students
• Attend scheduled staff meetings, trainings and special events

Qualifications

• 16 years of age or older
• Certified in YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor (within first 60 days of employment) or American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
  • Temporary pay rate of $10/hour until certification requirements are met
• Certified in Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED, First Aid and Administering Emergency Oxygen
• Must exhibit a stable temperament and a high degree of maturity
• Ability to communicate with people of all levels
• Have a positive attitude and desire to achieve the mission of the Upper Palmetto YMCA
• Walking, carrying, sitting, seeing, hearing, crouching, lifting (up to 25 pounds), pushing, kneeling, standing and speaking

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Wellness and Fitness Services