Weekend Lifeguard Instructor – Teach Red Cross Certifications

YMCA; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA in Rock Hill, SC is seeking a Lifeguard Instructor to deliver American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED and First Aid courses. The role requires teaching according to ARC standards and creating a safe, engaging learning environment.

Primarily Friday evenings, Saturdays and Sundays, with some weekday availability. You will maintain records, supervise in-water and classroom sessions, evaluate participants, and stay current with ARC updates.

Qualifications

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification.
• Current ARC Lifeguarding, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, First Aid, and Administering Emergency Oxygen certifications.
• Minimum age requirement as established by organizational policy (18+).
• Strong swimming and water rescue skills.
• Ability to demonstrate and teach all required lifeguarding skills.
• Effective communication and instructional skills.
• Ability to lift and move equipment and support in-water rescues as needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and conduct American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid courses in accordance with current Red Cross standards and curriculum.
• Ensure all course content, skill evaluations, and testing procedures comply with American Red Cross requirements.
• Maintain accurate course records, rosters, and certification documentation in required Paycor and Red Cross systems.
• Evaluate participant performance and provide clear, constructive feedback.
• Enforce safety standards during all in-water and classroom training sessions.
• Inspect and maintain training equipment (manikins, AED trainers, rescue tubes, etc.) to ensure readiness and compliance.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and professional learning environment.
• Communicate effectively with Aquatics leadership regarding course scheduling, enrollment, supplies, and participant progress.
• Stay current with American Red Cross updates, certifications, and instructor status requirements.
• Model professional behavior and emergency response readiness at all times.
• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers.
• Attend required abuse risk management training.
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers.
• Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations. Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements.

Job description

YMCA in Rock Hill, SC is seeking a Lifeguard Instructor to deliver American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED and First Aid courses. The role requires teaching according to ARC standards and creating a safe, engaging learning environment.

Primarily Friday evenings, Saturdays and Sundays, with some weekday availability. You will maintain records, supervise in-water and classroom sessions, evaluate participants, and stay current with ARC updates.