Aquatics - Swim Instructor: Parent/Child & Pre-K Specialist
Listed on 2026-03-04
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Education / Teaching
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Sports/Fitness/Wellness
Swim Instructor, Health / Fitness / Gym / Pilates
Description
The Manhattan Youth Downtown Community Center is seeking a qualified, experienced Parent/Child & Pre‑K Swim Instructor to join our Aquatics team. Our program offers classes for swimmers of all ages and abilities, from infants to adults. Our teaching philosophy follows a child‑centered approach, fostering joy and love for swimming. Swim instructors are expected to create a positive and supportive learning environment.
Candidates must be punctual, reliable, personable, and have a strong desire to work with children and families. They must be comfortable leading and interacting with a group of parents, providing support, guidance, and feedback. We are specifically looking for candidates with weekend availability (Saturdays, Sundays, or both). Please indicate your availability when applying. Pay is competitive and based on experience and schedule.
Please include your salary requests with your application for consideration.
Department: Aquatics
Location: Manhattan
Compensation: $24.00 - $28.00/hour
Responsibilities- Plan lessons, select age‑appropriate activities and evaluate children’s swim levels and progress
- Follow a structured swim lesson curriculum emphasizing fun, safety, and skill progression
- Provide positive feedback and adjust lessons as needed to address individual needs
- Maintain ongoing communication with deck supervisor and administrative personnel
- Maintain a positive and energetic attitude and exhibit passion for teaching swimming
- Ensure a safe, clean, and organized pool environment
- Wear appropriate attire
- Attend in‑service training sessions and staff meetings
- Perform other job‑related duties as required
- Expertise working with children ages 6mo-4yrs and teaching parent/child classes
- Ability to form positive, supportive relationships with both children and adults
- Enthusiastic attitude and team‑player mindset
- Must be open to a collaborative environment and daily feedback from our leadership team
- WSI Certification or equivalent experience is a plus
- Commitment to Manhattan Youth’s mission and a strong desire to work with children and families
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