Swim Instructor Job Description

Swim Instructor

YMCA Swim Instructors are responsible for providing a safe and fun learning environment for students ranging in age from 6 months to adulthood. Instructors may specialize in a particular age group or swim level based on their skill set. Instructors will deliver the YMCA swim lesson curriculum and adapt their instruction to meet the needs of diverse clients. Instructors will be scheduled for weekly group classes, and may be asked to deliver private swim lessons as well. Group lessons have 4 to 8 participants, while private swim lessons have 1 to 3 participants. Swim Instructors should demonstrate the values of the YMCA- honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility- in every aspect of their job. 

EXPERIENCE

Applicants should be confident swimmers with the ability to demonstrate effective communication. It is preferred that applicants have six months to one year of recreation, childcare, instructor, coaching, or lifeguard experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

  • First Aid and CPR certification required (training provided on-site)

  • YMCA Swim Instructor Certification required (training provided on-site)

  • Lifeguard Certification (preferred)

JOB DESCRIPTION

  • Teaches aquatic skills

  • Follows prepared lesson plans

  • Maintains supervision of participants

  • Demonstrates exemplary customer service

  • Maintains teaching equipment

  • Completes and distributes student evaluations

  • Handles parent/ YMCA member complaints with patience and grace

  • Keeps pool deck and teaching space clean and presentable

  • Enforces safety standards

  • Follows emergency procedures

SALARY:
$11.00/hour - $13.00/hr

ABOUT SHERMAN LAKE YMCA

The Sherman Lake YMCA Outdoor Center offers camping, education, & retreat services, as well as an on-site fitness center. We are located on 365 acres of forested woodland and waterfront in Augusta, Michigan. Sherman Lake YMCA Outdoor Center, located in southwestern MI (Augusta), delivers life-changing experiences through the discovery of the great outdoors, skill development, and guidance in the importance of building healthy relationships.

Job Type: Part-time