Swim Instructor- Bayview

Position Summary

The Swim Instructor provides swim lessons to participants of all ages and skill levels, following YMCA principles and program guidelines. Instructors are expected to uphold the YMCA's mission and values in all interactions. A strong understanding of aquatic fundamentals is essential for this role. National YMCA Swim Program certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire or at the next available training session.

Job Responsibilities

• Build positive and respectful relationships with students and their families, fostering a sense of community and connection within the program.
• Create a welcoming environment by greeting participants and learning their names.
• Welcome participants, take attendance, and track their progress throughout the session.
• Adhere to established swim program guidelines, following YMCA policies and practices to help participants build confidence and develop swimming skills.
• Conduct lessons from the water unless otherwise approved by the supervisor.
• Ensure the safety of all participants during lessons.
• Follow all emergency procedures, provide directions, and ensure participant safety during emergencies.
• Commit to working at least 80% of group lesson sessions and arrange for qualified substitutes for planned absences with prior supervisor approval.

Qualifications

• Certain required qualifications may be obtained within 90 days of hire, depending on the position’s needs and organizational requirements.
• 18+ years old.
• Must be available early mornings, afternoons, and/or weekends.
• Ability to work effectively with members, staff and volunteers.
• YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification (YSLI).
• American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer (CPRO) – Must be renewed annually.
• American Red Cross First Aid certification.
• American Red Cross Emergency Oxygen Administration.
• Preferred qualifications: Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or other languages.

Disclaimers

• Must successfully complete a background screening, including criminal and employment verification.
• Some positions may also require a credit check.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• The Swim Instructor position primarily involves working within an indoor aquatic facility, with occasional duties at an outdoor pool, ensuring the safety of all pool users.
• Responsibilities include providing swim lessons to a diverse population, adhering to program guidelines.
• The Swim Instructors are expected to build relationships with students and parents, create a welcoming environment, and ensure participant safety while helping individuals develop swimming skills.
• The Swim Instructor must also be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds, such as swim equipment or other related materials.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions may occur when working at the outdoor pool.
• The role also requires the ability to perform swim instructing duties, including assisting swimmers with techniques and providing first aid as needed.

Pay

The Swim Instructor position offers a compensation range of $25.00 - $30.00 per hour. This rate is based on salary benchmarking for similar roles and is aligned with grant fund approvals and requirements for the position.