NIR SWIM LESSONS COORDINATOR

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Dive into a rewarding opportunity as the YMCA’s Swim Lesson Coordinator, where your passion for water safety and youth development can make a splash! Under the guidance of the Aquatics Director, you’ll lead and strengthen our swim lesson program in alignment with the Y Swim Lessons V6 and Safety Around Water curricula. This engaging, hands-on role combines leadership, instruction, and creativity, with approximately 25–30 hours each week dedicated to program administration, teaching group or private swim lessons, and helping promote our aquatics programs. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manage and teach group and private swim lessons for participants ages 6 months and older. 
• Oversee class schedules, instructor assignments, staff coverage, program flyers, data entry, and other administrative responsibilities. 
• Manage the swim lesson program in Daxko by creating classes, maintaining rosters and waitlists, adjusting enrollment, adding classes as needed, and generating reports. 
• Schedule and lead instructor in-service training at least four times per year. 
• Equip instructors with progression and attendance sheets, mid-session progress forms, and end-of-session certificates in accordance with the YMCA Swim Lessons v6 toolkit. 
• Communicate with families through welcome emails, parent orientations, session updates, and makeup-lesson notifications. 
• Be available to welcome participants and speak with parents on the first and last class dates of each session. 
• Provide timely feedback to participants and guardians, track report cards, and support advancement through swim levels. 
• Monitor registrations, class enrollment, and program performance in relation to the budget. 
• Partner with Marketing to update website information, events, and session dates. 
• Recognize participant achievements and maintain a high level of member service by answering questions and resolving concerns. 
• Order approved program supplies and ensure instructional materials are available.

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.

YMCA PART-TIME BENEFITS OVERVIEW: At the YMCA, we invest in our people so they can better serve our communities. Our part-time employees enjoy a supportive, inclusive work environment with valuable benefits that reflect our mission and core values.

• Complimentary YMCA Membership
• Flexible Scheduling
• Professional Development
• Retirement Benefits
• Employee Resource Groups

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

The YMCA of Southeastern NC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, faith, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual preference, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.

The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Requirements

QUALIFICIATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED required. 
• One to three years of swim lesson instruction experience. 
• Knowledge of swim lesson stages and skill progressions for participants ages 6 months and older. 
• Strong communication, organization, customer-service, and interpersonal skills. 

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Current CPR and lifeguard certifications. 
• Current YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor or American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification. 
• YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor v6 certification required within 120 days of hire; training will be provided by the YMCA. 

AQUATICS SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: 

• Knowledge of aquatic safety, facility rules, and emergency procedures. 
• Ability to respond promptly and appropriately to emergencies and complete required reports. 
• Commitment to maintaining a safe instructional environment and supporting the YMCA’s Safety Around Water program. 
• Ensure instructional equipment and materials are available, safe, and used appropriately.

YMCA SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:
CPR & First Aid – Must be able to complete and maintain certification in CPR and First Aid; able to assist individuals in need until professional help arrives.

Emergency Response – Ability to quickly identify emergency situations (medical, fire, environmental, etc.) and respond appropriately following established procedures.

Incident Management – Required to report all safety incidents and hazards immediately and accurately to supervisors.

Safe Environment – Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and hazard-free environment for all staff, members, and participants.

Physical Readiness – Must be able to perform physical tasks related to safety, including assisting individuals of various ages and physical abilities.

Compliance – Follow all YMCA safety protocols, OSHA standards, and state/local regulations as applicable.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement: The YMCA provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require accommodation to complete the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact Human Resources.

Job Title: NIR SWIM LESSONS COORDINATOR

FLSA Status: Non - Exempt

Job Type: Part Time
Pay Rate: $14.40 - $18.00 / Hour
Revision Date: 9/9/26

Equal Opportunity Employer: The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.