Swim Lesson Instructor (MALONE)

Plattsburghymca; Town of Malone (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit organization in New York is seeking a Lifeguard to create a safe atmosphere at the pool while promoting swimming safety. Responsibilities include instructing participants, enforcing safety rules, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates must be at least 18 years old, hold current swim lesson certifications, and possess excellent hospitality skills. Flexible hours including weekends and holidays are required.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Current YMCA Swim Lessons certification or American Red Cross.
• Certification (WSI) desired.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Instruct participants according to YMCA Aquatics program standards.
• Set-up, breakdown and store equipment for each class.
• Know and understand the Emergency Action Plan and Emergency Evacuation Routes.
• Enforce Aquatics safety rules consistently and fairly.
• Maintain positive relationships with class participants, parents, and staff.
• Actively participate in training sessions and designated meetings.

Skills

Excellent hospitality skills

Ability to enforce safety rules

Effective class organization

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Lifeguard at the Plattsburgh YMCA creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintain safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck and surrounding areas in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Instruct participants according to YMCA Aquatics program standards using lesson guides, guided discovery teaching, effective class organization and positive relationship with participants.
• Set-up, breakdown and store equipment for each class.
• Know and understand the Emergency Action Plan and Emergency Evacuation Routes.
• Enforce Aquatics safety rules consistently and fairly.
• Maintain positive relationships with class participants, parents, none class members and staff.
• Actively participate in training sessions, designated meetings and special events.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Current YMCA Swim Lessons certification or American Red Cross.
• Certification (WSI) desired.
• Excellent hospitality skills.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.