Description

Join our team as a part-time Swim Instructor- shift times vary throughout the week including mornings, afternoon, evenings & weekends.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Swim Instructor is responsible for conducting swimming instruction using the National Aquatic YMCA Programs. The Swim Instructor will ensure a safe, fun area for children and adults to interact and enjoy.

Create your own schedule while committing to a minimum of 5–8 hours of private swim lessons per week. Private lessons are typically 30–60 minutes each.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Teaches aquatic skills
Follows prepared lesson plans
Maintains teaching equipment
Maintains supervision of participants
Distributes and collects program evaluations
Implements Character Development in all programs
Handles parent/member complaints
Maintains all areas in clean, presentable fashion
Maintains pool and deck equipment
Enforces safety standards
Follows emergency procedures
Ensures State of Michigan’s Department of Health requirements are met

Performs any other functions necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of the YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids.

COMPENSATION

$16.12 - $20.15 ; Part-Time; Non-Exempt (up to 25hrs/week)

BENEFITS:

Free YMCA Individual Membership – Enjoy full access to facilities.
Retirement Savings – 12% employer retirement contribution, no match requirement (upon eligibility) and a 403(b) savings plan.
Paid Sick Time – Earn paid sick leave so you can focus on feeling your best when it matters most.
Professional Growth – Access to ongoing training, development programs, and career advancement opportunities.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential resources and counseling for you and your family.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Six months to one year of recreation, lifeguard, swim instructor, or water park experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required. Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles. Ability to demonstrate aquatic skills. Ability to react quickly to emergency situations. At least sixteen years of age or older. YMCA experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION

Swim Instructor Certification required (provided by the YMCA)
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for rescue (required)
First Aid Certification required within the first 60 days
AED-Oxygen Certification required within the first 60 days
Blood Borne Pathogen training
State of Michigan criminal background clearance (ICHAT)

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TRAVEL

0-5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.

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