Swim Instructor - Aquatics

Position: Swim Instructor - Aquatics I

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Overview

We will train and certify you!

Our Commitment to Equity

The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Overview

YGS has updated their Aquatics salary schedules! We will train and certify you!

Our Commitment to Equity

The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.



Job Summary

• This is an on-site position

Our Y is looking for outgoing Swim Instructors who enjoy teaching children and adults new skills, helping them achieve goals and preparing them for future success. In this role you will teach children and adults water acclimation and safety, water movement and stamina, and stroke development and mechanics. Each year our Y’s teach thousands of people to swim and enjoy the water as a form of play and life-long exercise.

What You'll Get From Working At The Y

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
• Medical, Dental, vision, and Life Insurance
• Retirement with generous employer contributions
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO)
• Full-time employees qualify for a 50% discount, and part-time employees qualify for a 25% discount, on eligible Childcare Services
• Some benefits only available to full-time staff

Hiring Range: $20.76 - $22/hour DOE

Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines.
• Assists with maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, on deck and surrounding areas.
• Develops positive relationships with participants and parents encouraging involvement and identifying potential volunteers.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Responds to emergency situations as needed. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
• Conveys basic information on YMCA programs and schedules to members and, as appropriate, refers members to other YMCA Total Health programs and/or staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who are you?

If you're the right candidate for the job, you love teaching the joy of swimming to children and adults; you find satisfaction in helping others to learn and succeed; can command a class of 1-3 participants ages 3 and up through swim instruction; enjoy a fast-paced environment, and have the flexibility to teach multiple levels of instruction. You keep the safety of participants at the forefront of your work while teaching participants to thrive in an aquatic environment.

You will also be teaching parent/child classes which can have 10 parent/child pairs (20 participants total).

Code of Conduct for Applicants

Qualifications

• We can facilitate the process of you getting certified if you don’t have the required certifications yet. Please still apply if you are interested!
• 16 or more years of age
• Current swim instructor certification from a recognized organization (e.g. Y-USA) *
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications *
• Current Administering Emergency Oxygen Certification *
• Demonstrated ability to assist children and others in the development of swimming skills.
• Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.
• Ability to teach…