Swim Instructor

The Swim Instructor I, under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, provides safe, motivational and knowledgeable instruction to members & program participants.  The instructor is responsible for the safety and proper instruction of class participants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Never take your eyes off your class. Never leave your children unattended. Safety is your highest priority.
• Provide safe, competent aquatic instruction using nationally recognized guidelines established by the YMCA of the USA. 
• Be alert/attentive so as to prevent accidents.  Respond quickly, intelligently, and decisively and in accordance with YMCA established emergency and accident management procedures.
• Teach with encouragement and positive reinforcement.
• Must have considerable ability as a swimmer.
• Maintain constant surveillance of class participants to ensure a safe and positive environment.
• Enforce all pool rules in a consistent, courteous and fair manner.  Educate family users of the purpose and need for the rules as a professional.
• Instructors must set up for their classes and return equipment afterwards.
• Maintain and attendance and skill accomplishment records for class participants.
• Attend all in-service training programs and staff meetings as scheduled by the director.

• CPR for the Professional Rescuer certified or able to obtain within 60 days of employment.
• AED certified or able to obtain within 60 days of employment.
• First Aid Certified or able to obtain within 60 days of employment.
• Swim Instructor Certification a plus from WSI (American Red Cross) or YSL (YMCA)
• Minimum age 15 years or older
• Bilingual in Spanish helpful
• Be knowledgeable about aquatics and have the know how to teach others to swim.
• Be available to parents, participants and staff for questions or comments or know who to refer them to.
• Report all incidents, accidents or any safety concerns to your supervisor.