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Job Code: Aqua
Swim Lesson Instructor
Category: Aquatics
Location: Main Facility
Job Type: Part-Time
Keywords: swim, instructor, aquatics
Description:
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
- Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergencies immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required.
- Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants, and other staff.
- Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
- Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA.
- Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
- Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
- Attends all staff meetings and training.
Benefits:
Free youth, young adult or adult Y membership
Fifty (50%) discount on all local Y programs
Immediate availability to participate in 403-B Savings Plan
Automatic participation in Y-USA Retirement Plan, once eligible
CPR / First Aid Certification
Swim Instructor Certification
Requirements:
- Minimum age of 16.
- Certifications: CPR/AED/Basic First Aid
- Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
- YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
2. Ability to lift equipment, and lift a small to average size child.
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. 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.