Swim Instructor

Job Title: Private Swim Lesson Instructor

Reports To: Aquatics Director

Work Location: YMCA of Central New York

FLSA: Non-exempt/Part-time

Work Schedule: Varies

Salary Range: $20.00/hour

A Career with a Cause:

We are welcoming: We are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow.

We are genuine: We value you and embrace your individuality

We are hopeful: We believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world

We are nurturing: We support you in your journey to develop your full potential

We are determined: Above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

We are committed to these causes because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values.

Historically founded on the Christian principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

We are for ALL.

Job Summary:

The Private Swim Lesson Instructor provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation as well as assuring the safety, well-being and enjoyment for students in swimming class. The instructor is responsible for teaching classes using
YMCA of the USA guidelines and association policies in accordance with their training.

Responsibilities:

• Instruct private swim lessons as assigned in accordance with
  YMCA guidelines in a professional, courteous, manner and eliminate unsafe practices and hazards.
• Have prepared lesson plans for each class.
• Develop positive relationships with participants and provide motivational support and guidance.
• Wear a uniform consistent with branch dress code: one piece bathing suit (some branches may require staff shirt, whistle, and staff ID).
• Arrive 15 minutes early on deck in uniform for all shifts.
• Cover all shifts.
• When unable to cover a shift, instructor must find their own substitute.
• Set-up, organize and clean-up all class materials, report any damaged equipment to supervisor.
• Convey basic information aquatics programs and schedules.
• Communicate with parents responding to questions or comments about the class.
• Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings.
• Greet all class participants and/or family members in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Maintain accurate records (i.e. attendance, progress reports, class skill performance records etc.).
• Hand in report cards at given dates for each session.
• Complete and distribute class certificates and program evaluations at the end of session.
• At all times, maintain physical presence with class and remain aware of pool surroundings and patrons in the pool
• Maintain cleanliness of facility.
• Know, follow and enforce all
  YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
• Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

---