Swim Instructor II

4 weeks ago

Atlanta, Georgia, United States YMCA of Metro Atlanta Full time

As a thought-leader and best-in-class provider in education, wellness, youth development, and community-building, the YMCA of Metro Atlanta is one of the oldest and most essential non-profits serving in Atlanta. Today, we're looking for a skilled Swim Instructor II to join our team and carry out our mission to positively impact lives and communities across the state.

At the Y, we're an association of like-minded people (staff, volunteers, and members), on the forefront of a movement to ensure that everyone -- especially children -- experience an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. In the course of a year, we provide more than 3,000 children, ages 6 weeks through Pre-K with high-quality literacy and STEAM-infused learning; give 58,000 youth and teens access to sports, aquatics, day and resident camps, teen leadership development programs, and employment opportunities; provide over 200,000 members with programs, services, and facilities to enjoy connection and maintain wellness regardless of age; and engage over 25,000 volunteers and donors from across Atlanta to share in the gift of supporting their communities.

Nature and Scope:

The Swim Instructor II reports directly to the Aquatics Director and teaches swim lessons to all age groups and skill levels, maintaining a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals. This role provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in both groups, private/semi-private or adaptive swim classes.

Responsibilities:

  • Instruct swimming lessons (group, private, and or adaptive) for all ages and swim levels in accordance with YMCA guidelines.
  • Create and implement lesson plans according to age and swim level and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals.
  • Teach proper swimming techniques, including strokes, breathing, and water safety, in accordance with the YMCA adaptive swim lesson skills.
  • Provide feedback and encouragement to help students improve their swimming skills.
  • Ensure a safe and positive learning environment for all participants.
  • Monitor and manage student behavior during lessons.
  • Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members or program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization.
  • Help participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA and encourages parent or caregiver involvement.
  • Convey information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs.
  • Maintain records as required (e.g., attendance, progress reports).
  • Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
  • Organize and put away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
  • Train and supervise class aides.
  • Support and lead quarterly in-services.
  • Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
  • Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.

Requirements:

  • YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent.
  • CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen certifications required.
  • Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
  • Principles of Youth Development E-Learning (within 30 days of hire)
  • Y-USA Leader Certification (within 90 days of hire)
  • At least 17 years of age.
  • At least 6 months experience
  • Previous experience working with students
  • Strong swimming skills and knowledge of various swimming techniques
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles, for cognitive and physical disabilities
  • Knowledge of behavior management techniques for working with children
  • CPR and First Aid certification (ability to obtain within 30 days of employment)

Preferred Requirements:

  • Previous experience working with students, preferably in a swim instruction or coaching role
  • Current or former competitive swimming experience
  • Adaptive swim certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employment and Benefits package for this job posting is offered through the YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta, Inc.

Employment Requirement:

  • Ability to pass a pre-employment background check including Criminal Record check, Drug Screening and motor vehicle record (MVR) according to company policy.
  • Must be legally eligible to work in the US without current or future sponsorship.

This job posting is subject to change at any time.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. The opportunities to serve are vast, and we're looking for a diverse mix of people, who share our values of CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT, and RESPONSIBILITY to join us and do their best work.

The YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Location:

The Villages at Carver Family YMCA

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