Swim Instructor I

About the role

As a thought‑leader and best‑in‑class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community‑building, the YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non‑profits serving Atlanta. The Y provides high‑quality literacy and STEAM‑infused learning for over 3,000 children ages 6 weeks through Pre‑K, offers sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development, and employment opportunities to 58,000 youth and teens, serves over 200,000 members with wellness programs and facilities, and engages over 25,000 volunteers and donors. This Swim Instructor role supports the Y’s mission to strengthen community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility by maintaining a supportive, positive atmosphere, providing direct leadership and instruction in swim classes, and helping participants and families connect with the Y. Location: Robert D. Fowler Family YMCA.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, preparing lesson plans accordingly.
• Support members and program participants in achieving their goals.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with volunteers, members, program participants, and colleagues at all levels; help participants and families connect with each other and the Y; encourage parent or caregiver involvement.
• Convey information on aquatics programs and schedules and, as appropriate, refer participants and families to other programs.
• Maintain required records (e.g., attendance, progress reports).
• Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures; complete incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Organize and put away needed class equipment; report damaged equipment.
• Train and supervise class aides as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 16 years of age.
• Ability to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen certifications required.
• Completion of the Y’s “Intro to the Y’s Cause and Culture, Living our Cause & I Hear you. Service with Care” e‑learning within the first 30 days.
• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
• Ability to lift equipment and to lift a small to average size child.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment background check including criminal record check, drug screening, motor vehicle record (MVR), and reference check per company policy.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.