Swim Lesson Instructor II

YMCA of Greenville; Verdin Estates (SC); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free individual Y membership

50% Discount on Programs

12% Retirement Contribution

403b Retirement Savings Plan

Work Today, Get Paid Today!!!

Job summary

YMCA of Greenville is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor II to lead swim classes, support aquatics programs, and ensure a safe, welcoming environment for members and participants. The role emphasizes high-quality instruction, customer service, and ongoing safety and program development for youth and families.

Responsibilities include planning and delivering lessons, engaging participants, maintaining equipment, and mentoring junior instructors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of aquatics instruction, lifeguarding, or youth programming experience.
• Strong communication and customer service skills with enthusiasm for youth development and safety.
• Ability to enforce policies, respond calmly in emergencies, and lead structured swim instruction.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and deliver swim classes with structured methods and appropriate equipment.
• Engage participants and provide timely feedback to participants or parents.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized aquatics area and report equipment needs.
• Uphold professional standards including uniform and current certifications.
• Provide coaching and onboarding support to new Swim Instructors.
• Maintain vigilance in supervising aquatic environments and follow safety procedures.
• Follow abuse risk management requirements and other policies.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Youth development

Safety

Swim instruction

Education

Bloodborne Pathogens Training

CPR, First Aid, AED

YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor (YSLI)

Job description

Overview

The YMCA of Greenville is a dynamic and rapidly growing association that seeks to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Swim Instructor II supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This position provides a superior experience to members and participants by leading swim lessons, swim league program, and aquatics programs in a safe, effective, and engaging manner. The Swim Instructor II is also responsible for delivering exceptional customer service by responding to member, guest, program participant needs, provides exceptional customer service, maintains a safe aquatics environment, promotes skill development, maintains safety standards, and helps ensure the aquatics environment is clean, organized, and welcoming.

Not only will you be part of amazing mission driven work, we offer the following benefits for our Part-time Staff:

• Work Today, Get Paid Today!!!Instant access to your earned wages before payday.
• Free individual Y membership, with 75% discount on upgraded memberships.
• 50% Discount on Programs, including Childcare, sports, aquatics, and Personal Training.
• 12% Retirement Contribution once fully vested.
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan.

Responsibilities

Instruction & Program Delivery

• Prepare and lead assigned swim classes with appropriate structure, instructional methods, and equipment.
• Keep lessons dynamic by incorporating new skills, drills, and progressions to support ongoing development.
• Provide timely, accurate, and constructive feedback to participants (or their parents) about their progress and areas for improvement.

Participant Engagement & Customer Service

• Greet and welcome participants at the beginning of each class to create a positive and engaging tone.
• Respond appropriately and promptly to all member and guest needs or concerns, escalating unresolved issues to the supervisor.

Facility & Equipment Care

• Maintain a clean, safe, fully stocked, and organized work area.
• Report equipment needs or concerns to the supervisor promptly.
• Ensure all aquatics equipment is properly cleaned and stored after each session.

Professional Standards

• Wear the required uniform to uphold a professional appearance and align with YMCA branding standards.
• Maintain current instructional certifications relevant to the position.

Staff Training & Development

• Provide coaching and mentorship to Swim Instructor Level I staff, offering guidance on performance expectations and supporting Aquatics leadership in upholding policies and procedures.
• Assist with the training and onboarding of new Swim Instructors

Child Safety & Risk Management

• Maintain vigilance in supervising aquatic environments, including locker rooms, restrooms, and storage areas.
• Consistently follow safety procedures during instruction, transitions, and emergencies.

Other expectations

• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
• Attend/complete required abuse risk management training
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
• Follow mandated reporting requirements.
• Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities.
  • Maintenance Employees-ensure unused rooms and closets remain locked; routinely monitor high-risk locations (locker-rooms and bathrooms), etc.

*Shifts May Vary*

Qualifications

• At least (1) One year of experience in aquatics instruction, lifeguarding, or youth programming preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills with enthusiasm for youth development and safety.
• Ability to enforce policies, respond calmly in emergencies, and lead structured swim instruction.

Certifications Required (within specified timeframes):

• Bloodborne Pathogens Training – within 30 days
• CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification – within 30 days
• YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor (YSLI) Certification – within 6 months