Swim Lesson Instructor

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to promoting healthy living and youth development! As a Swim Lesson Instructor, you'll have the rewarding opportunity to teach swim lessons while ensuring safety and fun for participants. With flexible schedules and ongoing training, this role is perfect for those seeking career advancement in a supportive environment. Plus, enjoy perks like free YMCA membership and a hiring bonus! Whether you're new to teaching or looking to expand your skills, this position offers the chance to make a positive impact in your community. Dive into your next adventure today!

Benefits

FREE YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Training

Hiring Bonus of $150

Free YMCA membership

Flexible schedules

Ongoing training and recertification

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age and able to work with diverse groups.
• Free training for certifications available through YMCA.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons and enforce safety rules for participants.
• Plan and prepare lessons, ensuring cleanliness and maintenance of the pool.

Skills

Teaching swim lessons

Safety enforcement

Communication 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.