Swim Lesson Instructor

YMCA of Upper Palmetto; South Carolina; On-site; USD 11,365 - 16,186; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking a Swim Lesson Instructor in South Carolina. The role involves providing swimming instruction to individuals of various ages while ensuring their safety and progress. Responsibilities include setting up safe class environments, maintaining equipment, and communicating effectively with parents. Candidates should be at least 16 years old and certified in required lifesaving skills. This position supports the mission of a welcoming and friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Ability to maintain safety and teach swimming skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide swimming instruction using National Aquatic YMCA Programs.
• Ensure safety of students at all times.
• Communicate with parents/guardians regarding participant progress.
• Maintain attendance and skill accomplishment records.

Skills

Ability to communicate

Positive attitude

Stable temperament

Education

Certified in YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor or American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor

Certified in Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED, First Aid, and Administering Emergency Oxygen

Job description

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 Aquatic YMCA Programs and ensuring safety of the students at all times. The Swim Lesson Instructor will assist the Aquatic Director with various branch activities such as special events, and other activitiesthat 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 participant of 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.
• Useage appropriateequipment and activities/games for the age andlevelof 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, seeing, hearing, crouching, lifting (25 pounds), pushing, kneeling, standing and speaking