Swim Instructor

Why Your Role Matters

We’re hiring Swim Instructors at multiple YMCA locations for 15–28 hours per week. In this role, you’ll help individuals of all ages build confidence and skills in the water through safe, engaging instruction. Your ability to connect with participants and create a positive learning environment makes a lasting impact. This is a meaningful opportunity to grow professionally, support a mission‑driven organization, and receive a free YMCA membership.

Apply today to join our team.

• Proactively monitor pool areas and enforce safety rules to prevent accidents
• Connect with participants and families, offering constructive feedback
• Arrive early, ready to teach, and manage class transitions seamlessly
• Never leave the pool unattended; actively engage with swimmers
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, progress, and evaluations
• Inform members about pool rules and safety procedures
• Provide first aid as needed, ensuring timely incident documentation
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the pool area and locker rooms
• Attend all required trainings and staff meetings
• Demonstrate YMCA's purpose and values in all interactions
• Serve as an ambassador for the organization, sharing the Y’s work and culture
• Assist with any other tasks as assigned

• Minimum age 16 years
• Excellent swimming skills and ability to teach various techniques
• Calm and composed in high‑pressure situations
• Swim Instructor Experience is a plus
• Current certifications in First Aid, CPR/AED, and Emergency Oxygen
• Preferred YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor or American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certifications
• Growth mindset: learns from failure, values feedback
• Team player with positive, service‑oriented attitude
• Effective communicator: listens, speaks, writes well
• Customer‑focused: builds good relationships, delivers solutions
• Fosters inclusion and belonging, leveraging differences as strengths

This position requires working in a pool environment, with exposure to water, chlorine, and varying temperatures. You must stand, walk, swim, and remain alert for extended periods. You will be required to demonstrate swimming techniques, perform strokes, and actively engage with participants in the water. Effective communication is essential. You must also assist swimmers and lift or guide participants as needed.

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

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Part‑time

Job function:
Other

Industries:
Non‑profit Organizations

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