SWIM LESSON INSTRUCTOR (GROUP+PRIVATE)

The Swim Instructor intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined. The incumbent is responsible for the direct leadership, proper instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes; helping to increase skill and safety in and around water. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

Qualifications: 

• Minimum age of 15.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills a must.
• YMCA Swim Instructor Certification within 6 months of employment.

• CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification within 6 months of employment.

• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

Essential Functions:

1. Instruct swimming lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
2. Build effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; help them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourage parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers. Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs.
3. Maintain records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).
4. Attend staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
5. Complete incident and accident reports as necessary.
6. Maintain Pool areas in regards to equipment, safety, inventory and cleanliness.
7. Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Working 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 perform all physical aspects of the position; including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting. Work schedule will include daytime, evening and weekend hours.

ALL POSITIONS REQUIRE THE FOLLOWING CLEARANCES FOR EMPLOYMENT PRIOR TO THE DATE OF HIRE.  CLEARANCES ARE ACCEPTED WITHIN 2 YEARS OF THE HIRE DATE.

• PA CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK
• PA CHILD ABUSE HISTORY CERTIFICATION
• FBI (DHS) FINGERPRINTING HISTORY CLEARANCE

ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE A VALID EMAIL ADDRESS AND VOICEMAIL MUST BE SET UP IN ORDER TO COMPLETE ONBOARDING PROCESSES.