What are the responsibilities and job description for the Swim Lesson Instructor position at Pittsburg Family YMCA?
POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. 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 following YMCA and the YMCA of the USA swim lesson curriculum. A swim instructor provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students and families in group, private, and semi-private swim lessons.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Instruct swimming lessons following Y guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly. 2. Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the Y. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers. 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 Y 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. 8. Trains and supervises class aides as assigned. YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader): Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruit volunteers and build effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising. Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others. Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Certifications: CPR/AED, First Aid certification, Child Abuse Prevention, and Bloodborne Pathogen training within the first 30 days of hire. 2. Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with Y standards. 3. Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent experience. 4. At least 16 years of age.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques. Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.
Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal
Pay: From $10.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Rotating weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $10
