What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ymca Swim Lesson Instructor position at Dixon Family YMCA?
Dixon Family Ymca in Dixon, IL is looking for one ymca swim lesson instructor to join our 94-person strong team. We are located at 110 N. Galena Avenue. Our ideal candidate is attentive, motivated, and hard-working.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Aquatic Director and in accordance with the YMCA Mission Statement and purpose of the policies of the Dixon Family YMCA, the Swim Instructor position provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes of all ages and abilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
2. Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers. Provides exceptional customer service to promote the Aquatics program and YMCA.
3. Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate, refers students and parents to other programs.
4. Maintains records as required (i.e., attendance, progress reports, etc.).
5. Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
6. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
7. Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment to Aquatics Manager and lifeguard on duty.
8. Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.
Qualifications:
1. Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification.
2. Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
3. WSI or YMCA Swim Instructor certification or previous experience.
4. At least 15 years of age.
Physical Demands:
1. Must be able to remain alert.
2. Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
3. Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals.
4. Ability to continuously scan class.
5. Ability to lift equipment and to lift repeatedly with the assistance of the water, a small to average size child weighing up to 100 pounds.
6. Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting the voice across distance in every day and loud situations.