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Swim Instructor

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Belmont, United States YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids Full time
Job Description

This position is for our YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids team. We are seeking a skilled Swim Instructor to conduct swimming instruction using the National Aquatic YMCA Programs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Teach aquatic skills to children and adults
  • Follow prepared lesson plans to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience
  • Maintain teaching equipment and supervise participants
  • Distribute and collect program evaluations to improve services
  • Implement Character Development in all programs
  • Handle parent/member complaints in a professional manner
  • Maintain all areas in clean, presentable fashion
  • Enforce safety standards and follow emergency procedures
  • Ensure State of Michigan's Department of Health requirements are met

Requirements:

  • Six months to one year of recreation, lifeguard, swim instructor, or water park experience
  • Ability to interact with people of all ethnic backgrounds, ages, and lifestyles
  • Ability to demonstrate aquatic skills and react quickly to emergency situations
  • At least sixteen years of age or older

Benefits:

  • Free YMCA Individual Membership
  • 10% retirement contribution upon eligibility
  • 403(b) retirement savings account
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities
  • Access to the Employee Assistance Program and resources for you and your family

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel:

0-5% of local travel within the state of Michigan; occasional out-of-state travel may be required for educational conferences or training.