Swim Instructor
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Swim Instructor position supports the work of the YMCA of Collier County, Inc., a leading not-for-profit organization committed to strengthening the communities in Collier County through its core focus areas of Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. The swim instructor must demonstrate competency to teach and lead specific skills and activities in the water. In addition, the Swim Instructor effectively builds community and modifies as needed to meet varied health, ability, and cultural needs. Swim instructors must create a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
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.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Instruct and evaluate students participating in swimming lessons.
Responsible for the safety of participants in his/her own class.
Begin and end class on time, remain after class to answer participant and/or parent questions.
Maintain cleanliness and organize swim lesson equipment.
Submit completed skill sheets, certificates, and attendance information on time.
Maintains effective relationships with members, participants, and other staff.
Present a professional appearance and attitude at all times.
Every incidental duty connected with the Swim Instructor job cannot be specified in the position description and the colleague, at the discretion of the CEO, may be required to perform duties that are not included in this job description.
YMCA COMPETENCIES:
Supports the Mission, Vision, and Direction of the YMCA: Understands and supports the mission of the YMCA; displays the YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility as well as displays flexibility and the ability to accept change. Is willing to try new methods and make suggestions. Shows a strong commitment to the YMCA, conveys enthusiasm for the YMCA and for his/her work.
Builds Community: Understands and embraces the role of volunteers; helps members and participants make connections to others and to the YMCA; practices effective relationship building techniques; supports the role of fundraising in achieving the YMCA mission.
Provides a Quality Experience for Members, Participants, Internal Customers and Others: Possesses the ability to deliver outstanding experiences for members, participants, internal customers, and others; builds warm and supportive relationships; consistently greets and assists everyone in a positive way; strives to provide service that will exceed expectations; responds to concerns and complaints in a way that makes each person feel valued; initiates action for prompt resolution; looks for better ways to serve and involve members, participants, internal customers, and others.
Works Productively: Demonstrates responsible actions; consistently performs duties in a safe and conscientious manner within agreed upon timeframes; follows standards, policies and procedures; is reliable and consistently punctual; actively participates in staff meetings, required trainings and other work-related activities; uses good judgement; uses YMCA resources appropriately and efficiently.
Uses Effective Personal Behaviors/Communicates Effectively: Treats everyone with courtesy, respect, and consideration; displays integrity; listens actively and genuinely; communicates in a clear and pleasant manner; embraces differences among people; demonstrates an active willingness to learn and grow; accepts constructive criticism; works cooperatively as a team member.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum age 16 years old.
Ability to pass the deep-water swim test.
Ability to work independently and possess energy and enthusiasm.
Ability to positively interact with the general public and to communicate well with children of all ages.
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or willing to obtain WSI certification.
Knowledge of and ability to demonstrate skills in swim lessons.
Understand use of swim lesson equipment (kick boards/bars, diving sticks, etc.)
Previous swimming/instructing experience preferred.
Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
Understands the YMCA is a public accommodation committed to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Must be able to meet the Association’s background screening requirements.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands 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.
Ability to lift the weight of a small child (approx. 30lbs).
Ability to continuously scan all areas of the pool with clear vision.
Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks necessary for a water rescue.
Onsite attendance is required of this position.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
Completion of YMCA Child Sexual Abuse Prevention and Appropriate Touch classes
Completion of the YMCA’s Blood Borne Pathogens training
Completion of the Social Media & Digital Communications class
Completion of the YMCA’s Safe Lifting training
Additional training classes as required for this position to meet YMCA quality standards.
The YMCA of Collier County has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the YMCA reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the YMCA may deem appropriate.