Swim Instructor

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, the Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching swim lessons in a safe, professional and caring manner according to the established curriculum to ensure the participants have an overall positive experience and eventually progress to the next level. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Prepares and carries out daily lesson plans according to established class requirements.
2. Keeps accurate records on progress of individual students and make decisions on appropriate class levels.
3. Teaches in the water every class and never turns back to the class or leaves the class unattended.
4. Enforces specific safety rules and regulations to prevent risks to participants.
5. Completes and submits progress reports and midsession reports. 
6. Presents materials that are challenging yet appropriate for every class member and class level.
7. Sets out necessary equipment needed for class and puts equipment away after class.
8. Records daily class attendance roster and communicates with parents/guardians about child’s progress in class when needed.
9. Secures a qualified substitute for replacement when unable to teach a class and notifies Aquatics Director in advance, when possible.
10. Adhere to the Code of Conduct and policies within the Child Abuse Prevention handbook.
11. Performs all other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds 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. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum 16 years of age.*15 years old based on availability 
2. Current YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification or American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification is preferred. 
3. Ability to understand and motivate people.

CERTIFICATIONS:

1. Bloodborne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every year

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Ability to teach in the water for long periods of time.
2. Remain alert to dangerous situations while sitting, standing, swimming, or walking for various lengths of time.
3. Able to assist participants of any age or weight if they are having difficulty swimming during the lesson by giving them a flotation device and/or assisting them to safety.