Swim Lesson Instructor

Ceridian HCM, Inc.; Spring House (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free YMCA membership

Flexible work schedule

Discounts on child care and summercam

Job summary

Greater Philadelphia YMCA is seeking a Swim Lesson Instructor to work in the water, assist with aquatic instruction, and support students learning to swim. You will promote safety, encourage participation, and help maintain a clean and safe pool area.

Successful candidates pursue YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification and other safety trainings (CPR, First Aid). Training opportunities may lead to higher compensation within a nonprofit, community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old and pass a swimming skills test.
• Pursue YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification, CPR, First Aid, Oxygen, and Lifeguarding.
• Successful completion of required certifications leads to higher compensation.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe environment for members and participants to learn to swim.
• Encourage and support students to enjoy aquatics and learn effectively.
• Evaluate swimming skills and complete progress reports for each session.
• Complete communications for parents and maintain staff teamwork.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.

Skills

Water Safety

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Education

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Lifeguarding Certification

YMCA Swim Lesson Certification

Job description

Swim Lesson Instructor (or Instructor Aide) is responsible for working in the water, assisting in conducting aquatic instruction for members and participants. Providing support and encouragement to assist students in learning to swim. Always Ensuring safety and cleanliness of pool area and adherence to all YMCA Aquatic Safety Standards.

Following employment, the Greater Philadelphia YMCA will cover the cost of the training and training hours required to secure YMCA Swim Lesson Certification. Successful completion of this certification will result in increased compensation.

Some rewards for joining our team:

• Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
• Flexible work schedule
• Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs
• Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!

What is needed for this job:

• 15 years of age with successful completion of swimming skills test.
• Pursue YMCA swim Lesson Instructor certification, CPR, First Aid, Oxygen, and Lifeguarding.

The responsibilities we will trust you with :

• Provide a safe environment that allows members and participants to learn to swim.
• Encourage and support students to provide an enjoyable aquatics experience.
• Evaluate swimming skills; complete progress reports for each session; complete communications for parents.
• Participate as a part of the aquatics staff team in providing a safe and enjoyable environment.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.

What you can expect:

• Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations
• Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA
• Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger
• Great members to work with every day!