Swimming Lesson Instructor

• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Wellness resources
• 25 yards front crawl
• 25 yards back crawl
• 25 yards breaststroke
• 25 yards sidestroke
• 25 yards butterfly
• 25 yards elementary backstroke
• 2 minutes of treading water, demonstrating proficiency in eggbeater, whip, and scissor kicks
• Provide swimming and water safety instruction to students of all ages and abilities in group and private settings
• Plan and implements program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and consistent with YMCA values
• Prepare written lesson plan in accordance with YMCA Swim Lessons curriculum
• Complete student records and progress reports comprehensively and punctually
• Help to create new approaches to serve the needs of program participants
• Adhere to program standards, including safety and cleanliness standards, and ensures consistency with evidence-based practices
• Model safe behavior in and around the water, know and perform necessary duties in emergency situations
• Maintain constant supervision of students, identify students who need assistance, and support students as necessary to ensure a positive learning environment
• Provide effective communication with students, parents and co-workers
• Maintain positive relationships with parents and caregivers and other staff, model relationship-building skills (including Listen First) in all interactions
• Demonstrate ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community
• Demonstrate ability to be motivators in the areas of self-awareness and self-confidence through aquatics

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.