Swim Instructor

2 months ago

Abingdon Maryland, Harford County, MD, United States The Y of Central Maryland Full time
Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision, they've made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Swim Director or other assigned associate, Swim Instructor 1 is responsible to teach swim lessons (in compliance with the YMCA of the USA guidelines and levels), safety, and engagement of swim lesson participants during the swim lessons program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Responsible for safety of all swimmers during lesson and for the interpretation and enforcement of all pool rules
  • Reports to work in uniform a minimum of ten minutes prior to assigned shift in order to receive communications and instructions from supervisor
  • Responsible for conducting classes according to the YMCA of the USA Aquatic Program, adapted where necessary for local conditions.
  • Responsible for the efficiency of the lesson program through rigorous adherence to standards set for progression and honest evaluation of student's abilities.
  • Responsible for attending all scheduled classes within a session; when an absence in unavoidable, secures a substitute and provides lesson plans for that substitute.
  • Helps to promote participation in the Y Swimming Lessons program.

  • Assist the Swim Director or other assigned associate with administrative tasks
  • Prepares the program/service area with necessary equipment and returns all equipment to proper storage.
  • Actively engages, orients and assists all participants when not actively teaching.
  • Focus on quality experiences and engagement within programs, services, and activities
  • Promotes a professional image and maintains a clean and safe environment at all times.
  • Ability to work with diverse population, all ages, genders, and sexual orientations
  • Attend and actively participate in all meetings as assigned
  • Incorporate the four character values of the YMCA: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility and adhere to the YCM Code of Conduct
  • Communicate the Y mission and objectives to the community.
  • Assist in all other areas as assigned.


QUALIFICATIONS:

Swim Instructor 1 will meet the qualifications set forth by the Y in Central Maryland. Associates shall be of good character and reputation; capable of carrying out assigned responsibilities; capable of accepting training and supervision; and capable of communicating effectively both orally and in writing as applicable to the job responsibility. Minimum qualifications include:

  • Previous teaching experience preferred
  • Current CPR/AED/O2/First Aid certification (or O2 within 30 days of hire)
  • Preferred Lifeguard certification
  • Successful completion and passing of the Y in Central Maryland swim test
  • Flexible Schedule, days, nights and weekends
  • Completion of new associate training (including Child Abuse Prevention) before scheduled to work


The Y in Central Maryland provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. Moreover, the Y is firmly committed to celebrating and achieving diversity and inclusion in all we do. We strive to be an anti-racist organization and expect all associates to treat others with respect, kindness and dignity, at all times. Thank you for considering working for the Y in Central Maryland. If being a part of our cause feels right for you, we hope you will join us.

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