YMCA Swim Instructor

YMCA of the Roses; York (York County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The YMCA of the Roses in York is seeking enthusiastic Swim Instructors to teach essential water safety and swimming skills to participants of all ages. In this role, you will lead group and private lessons in a safe, supportive environment while helping swimmers build confidence and lifelong skills in the water.

We're looking for energetic, patient individuals to join, with both experienced instructors and newly certified candidates encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• CPR Pro and First Aid certification required or obtainable.
• Clearances: state police, child abuse, FBI fingerprint, and Mandated Reporter.
• High School Diploma for higher levels and YSLI training optional/required by level.
• Experience or training in swim instruction and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons as assigned following YMCA guidelines and provided lesson plans.
• Build positive relationships with participants and parents/caregivers to support goals.
• Relay progress information to parents while maintaining a warm atmosphere.
• Maintain records such as attendance and certificates as required.
• Follow YMCA policies and safety procedures, complete incident reports when needed.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as requested.

Skills

Collaboration

Developing Self & Others

Inclusion

Education

CPR Pro and First Aid certification

High School Diploma

State police clearance

Child Abuse Clearance

FBI Fingerprint clearance

Mandated Reporter Clearance

YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor (YSLI) Training

Job description

Qualifications

The YMCA of the Roses in York is seeking enthusiastic Swim Instructors to teach essential water safety and swimming skills to participants of all ages. In this role, you will lead group and private lessons in a safe, supportive environment while helping swimmers build confidence and develop lifelong skills in the water.
We're looking for individuals who are energetic, patient, and passionate about teaching and water safety. Both experienced instructors and newly certified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Schedule

• Evening shifts available
• Saturday mornings

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, sharing their love of swimming, and making a positive impact in the community-one lesson at a time.
Swim Instructors play an important role in helping participants feel safe, successful, and confident in and around the water.

Our Culture

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Essential Functions

• Instructs swimming lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines, following lesson plans provided for each class level.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with program participants and parents/caregivers while supporting them in achieving their goals.
• Relays information regarding participants' progress as well as other programs to parents/caregivers, when appropriate, while maintaining a friendly and warm atmosphere.
• Maintains records as required (e.g., attendance, parent handbooks, certificates).
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Attends staff meetings and in-service trainings when requested.

Leadership Competencies

• Collaboration
• Developing Self & Others
• Inclusion

Qualifications

Swim Instructor I

• Must have or obtain CPR Pro and First Aid certification
• Obtain a state police clearance, a child abuse clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
• Obtain Mandated Reporter Clearance.

Swim Instructor II

• Must have or obtain CPR Pro and First Aid certification
• Obtain a state police clearance, a child abuse clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
• Obtain Mandated Reporter Clearance.
• High School Diploma
• 3 years teaching swim lessons experience OR completion of YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor (YSLI) Training.

Swim Instructor III

• Must have or obtain CPR Pro and First Aid certification
• Obtain a state police clearance, a child abuse clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
• Obtain Mandated Reporter Clearance.
• High School Diploma
• Meet all requirements for Level II
• 5 years of experience teaching swim lessons
• 3 years of experience supervising a staff team

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
• Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.

Obtain Criminal background check, Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI fingerprint clearance.