Youth Swim Instructor & Safety Champion

YMCA of Greater Houston; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA of Greater Houston in The Woodlands, TX seeks a Swim Lesson Instructor to lead and motivate participants, promote safety, and support youth development through quality aquatic programs.

You will follow YMCA procedures, maintain certifications, conduct lessons, provide feedback to students and parents, and collaborate with aquatics leadership.

A successful candidate demonstrates safe swim instruction across strokes, keeps records, and participates in staff trainings and meetings.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead and motivate participants in swimming lessons.
• Ability to teach water safety and stroke techniques.
• Excellent communication with participants and parents.
• Commitment to YMCA safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain documentation.

Responsibilities

• Know and follow all emergency procedures and respond to emergencies.
• Maintain required certifications.
• Conduct swim lessons as assigned.
• Develop swimming and water safety skills using effective teaching methods.
• Provide constructive feedback to students and celebrate progress.
• Engage with parents during orientation and provide home-learning guidance.
• Keep accurate attendance and progress records.
• Perform daily equipment checks and prepare gear for class.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.
• May conduct private lessons or clinics as needed.
• Report suspicious or policy-violating behavior.
• Follow mandated abuse and incident reporting requirements.
• Meet deadlines related to supporting systems and time sheets.

Skills

Leadership

Instruction

Safety awareness

Child development

Communication

Education

YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification

ASHI certifications (CPR, First Aid, Emergency Oxygen)

Job description

YMCA of Greater Houston in The Woodlands, TX seeks a Swim Lesson Instructor to lead and motivate participants, promote safety, and support youth development through quality aquatic programs.

You will follow YMCA procedures, maintain certifications, conduct lessons, provide feedback to students and parents, and collaborate with aquatics leadership.

A successful candidate demonstrates safe swim instruction across strokes, keeps records, and participates in staff trainings and meetings.