Apply Job Type Part-time Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Aquatics Coordinator/Director and in accordance with the policies of the YMCA of Southwest Florida, the Swim Instructor provides swim lessons/ private or group to children and adults of all levels and abilities based on YMCA standards and program requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The swim instructor is responsible for instructing all swim lesson participantsThis position is also responsible for the safety of the participant in their own classWork hours as scheduled which includes beginning and ending class on time; remaining after class to answer participant and/or parent questions as needed and clean up supplies.Instructs and evaluates students participating in swim lessonsSubmits completed report cards, skills sheets and attendance information on timeAttends mandatory meetings and training sessions as scheduledAct immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times and maintains a high standard of customer service.All other duties as assigned and appropriateAttend regularly scheduled, mandatory staff meetings.Utilize time clock and monitor timesheet. Bring any corrections to supervisor within a timely mannerResponsible for upholding all staff safety requirements including cleaning protocols throughout the day, as required by my department.All other duties as assigned Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Successfully meet the Association’s policies on background screeningProficiency of swimming strokes and the ability to instruct and demonstrate in a group or individual session.Ability to perform life saving techniques if necessaryAbility to forge mutually respectful partnerships with persons servedAble to maintain confidentialityMust be a self starter, with high energy and a positive attitudeAdhere to drug/alcohol/smoke free workplace policyAbility to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniquesAbility to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.

CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

CPR for the Professional Rescuer/ First Aid/AED CertificationsWSI and/or YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent.Completion of the YMCA’s Blood Borne Pathogen’s training annuallyCompletion of the YMCA’s Child Sexual Abuse Prevention training annuallyStaff Safety Requirements/Cleaning ProtocolsAdditional training classes as recommended by Supervisor Salary Description 18.00 to 23.00 per hour