Private Swim Instructor

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Swim Instructor creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining safe program conditions in the pool, deck and surrounding areas. 

A swim instructor provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students and families in group, private, and semi-private swim lessons.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 15 years of age

• Current lifeguard certification 

• Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid and Oxygen certifications within the first 30 days of hire

• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with Y standards 

• YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent experience

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Maintain CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer

• Swim Instructor Certification

• Maintain YMCA Lifeguard Certification every 2 years

• Maintain First Aid and Administering 

• Bloodborne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every year

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with Y guidelines, and prepares lesson plans accordingly 

• Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the Y.

• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs. 

• Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.). 

• Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled. 

• Follows all Y policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary. 

• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment. 

• Trains and supervises class aides as assigned. 

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

• Influence: Employs influence strategies that engage, inspire, and build commitment to position and overall Y goals

• Communication: Listens and expresses ideas effectively and in a manner that reflects a true understanding of the needs of the audience

• Decision Making: Integrates logic, intuition, and sound judgment to analyze information to identify greatest opportunities, make sound decisions, and solve problems

• Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills

  
  PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.

• Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.

• Physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR, Oxygen and First Aid effectively. 

• Physically able to see, hear, and communicate clearly and be able to hear noises and distress signals in aquatic environment.

• Must be able to communicate clearly with members and staff using Listen First skills.