Swim Instructor

Join the YMCA of Greater Rochester team as a Private Swim Instructor and make a splash in the lives of our members

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced swim instructor to teach swim lessons to members of all ages and skill levels. As a Private Swim Instructor, you will be responsible for creating a fun and safe learning environment, while also promoting water safety and confidence in the water.

• Conduct swimming classes in accordance with YMCA of the USA and YMCA of Greater Rochester Program Guidelines.
• Supervise all children and adults entrusted to your care.
• Maintain the pool area in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Maintain accurate records on individual participants.
• Enforce all pool rules.
• Promote the YMCA mission and demonstrate YMCA Character Development to all members.
• Report to work in proper uniform.
• Be acquainted with other available facilities and activities.
• Provide a lesson plan for any substitute.
• Secure a substitute instructor when unable to fulfill assigned duties.
• Attend all required meetings and trainings.
• Maintain all certifications required by the YMCA of Greater Rochester.

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Must hold current certifications in CPR-Pro and AED.
• Must obtain First Aid and Oxygen Administration certification within 30 days.
• Preferred current certification in YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor or Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, or 2 years minimum documented experience of teaching swim lessons.
• Interest in working with and teaching swimming to diverse groups.
• Must possess values consistent with the mission of the YMCA.
• Must obtain YMCA Swim Lessons Instructor within 90 days of employment or upon expiration of current WSI.

Candidates must be able to:

• Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment.
• Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
• Meet strength and lifting requirements.
• Observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.
• Stand for the duration of the shift.
• Bend and stoop.
• Stay in the pool for an extended period of time.

The YMCA of Greater Rochester provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.