Swim Instructor

1 week ago


Chicago, United States YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago Full time
Description

Dive into a new opportunity, become a Swim Instructor at South Side YMCA We don't just teach people how to swim - we teach children and adults how to stay safe in and around water - and we've been doing it for 166 years

Earn a $300* sign-on bonus *New hires will receive a $300 sign-on bonus upon achievement of your lifeguard certification, provided you are an active employee working as a lifeguard or swim instructor at the time of payout.

Starting pay rate of at least $16.34 per hour and opportunities to grow within the organization

Swim Instructors are a key member of the Aquatics team that provides group and private swim lessons for program participants that adheres to YMCA standards for curriculum, instructional quality, safety, certifications and other requirements to ensure a safe, welcoming environment for all.

Reasons to work at the Y:

  • Paid Training and Free Lifeguard classes
  • Complimentary Family YMCA membership and an employee discount on select programs
  • Do meaningful work and contribute to the advancement of the YMCA vision by meeting the needs of the people in our communities
  • Opportunity for eligible employees to participate in the Y's retirement fund
  • Career advancement opportunities - grow your career at the Y

Requirements

  • Must be at least 16 years of age.
  • Current certification YMCA Swim Lessons or ARC Water Safety Instructor, CPR, First Aid, AED and Oxygen certification or must successfully complete the YMCA's Aquatics Academy training program resulting in certification.
  • Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide a high-quality of instruction using age-appropriate practices
  • Physical mobility to properly use aquatic equipment to rescue a 200 lb. person.
  • Must be mentally alert to dangerous situations in order to assure the safety of all swimmers.
  • Must be physically and mentally able to respond to emergencies and administer CPR and First Aide effectively.
  • Demonstrates evidence of YMCA Team competencies in previous experience or practice
  • Meets physical qualifications required for certification in job

Child Abuse Prevention - Supports the YMCA's commitment to child abuse prevention by

  • Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
  • Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
  • Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
  • Completing all child abuse prevention training as required
Qualifications
Behaviors Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help
Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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