Swim Lesson Instructor

Description

 General Function: The Swim Lesson Instructor is responsible for providing safe, high-quality, engaging swim instruction in accordance with YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) standards and curriculum. This role ensures a positive member experience, promotes youth development, and maintains strict adherence to all YMCA Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) policies, including requirements associated with Presidium accreditation.  

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.  

Job Specifications and Physical Requirements: 

The requirements 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. 

Education/Certifications: 

• Required certifications (or obtained within 120 days): 
• YMCA V.6 Swim Lesson Instructor Certification OR an approved equivalent. 
• CPR/AED for Red Cross (training available) 
• First Aid 
• Oxygen Administration (training available) 
• Strong swimming proficiency and ability to demonstrate strokes. 
• Excellent communication and child engagement skills. 

People Skills: 

• Work effectively under stress 
• Work under specific instructions 
• Make decisions and judgments 
• Work well with people 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive information 
• Maintain a pleasant attitude, inspire, unite, lead other staff members 

Technical Skills:  

• Operate pool equipment (vacuum, chemical tests) 

Physical Requirements: 

• See, hear and speak clearly 
• Pass red cross lifeguard swim test including swim 400 yards 
• Demonstrate lifeguarding skills in accordance with Red Cross and YMCA standards 
• Speak fluent English 
• Read & write English 
• Bend/stoop/twist 

Working Conditions: 

• Work in an aquatic environment which may be hot and humid  
• Work in air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned area 
• Work outdoors in sunlight, with pollens 
• Work in high humidity 
• Work in areas with noise level over 50 decibels 

 Effect on End Results: The YMCA will be a safe and controlled environment for its employees, members and guests.