Swim Instructor

6 days ago

Jacksonville, United States YMCA of Florida's First Coast Full time
Description

Can you imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community?

Position Summary: Provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes.

Essential Functions:
  1. Instructs swimming lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
  2. Develops positive relationships with members and participants and provides motivational support and guidance.
  3. Encourages member and parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.
  4. Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers members and participants to other programs.
  5. Maintains records as required (i.e., attendance, progress reports, etc.).
  6. Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
  7. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
  8. Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
  9. Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.
  10. Ensures all First Coast YMCA standards and best practices are implemented and followed.
  11. Applies YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to best practices, emergency procedures, medical and disciplinary situations and child abuse prevention.
  12. Ensures the health and safety of all members/guests.
  13. Inspect physical space to ensure the safety, orderliness, sanitation and cleanliness of facilities.
  • Proficient in 4 of the 6 basic swim strokes but we will try to do them all (please come with a good attitude and sense of humor and this portion will be funJ)
    • Front Crawl 25 yards
    • Breast Stroke 25 yards
    • Side Stroke 25 yards
    • Butterfly 25 yards
    • Elementary Backstroke 25 yards
    • Backstroke 25 yards
  • Tread Water for 2 minutes showing proficiency in:
    • Whip kick
    • Scissor kick
NOTE: This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

YMCA Competencies (Leader):
  • Values: Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values.
  • Developing Others: Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
  • Decision-Making: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
  • Innovation: Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
  • Quality Results: Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
  • Emotional Maturity: Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships.


Qualifications:
  1. Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, O2, First Aid certification.
  2. Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
  3. YMCA Swim Instructor certification.4. At least 16 years of age.


Physical Demands: Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques. Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.

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