Swim Instructor-In Training

Job Summary

The YMCA is hiring Swim Instructors-In Training! Must be age 16+ with the ability to pass a basic swim skills test, we'll train the rest! Flexible schedule, free Y membership and more with this fun role at the Y.

The salary of this position is $13.57 hourly (in training rate. Once trained, team member will transition to Swim Instructor role and rate of $16.00 hourly). We take into consideration an individual’s background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package for full‑time includes a wide range of benefits (medical, dental, life, disability, and more) as well as generous paid time off and free membership.

Part‑time benefits will vary.

• Shadow and assist certified swim instructors and learn programming and emergency procedures.
• Know, understand, and consistently communicate policies and procedures for the pool, body of water and whirlpool.

This position reports to the Aquatics Supervisor/Aquatics Director who reports to the Senior Director of Aquatics/Senior Aquatics Manager. The incumbent interacts regularly with their supervisor, staff, volunteers, and participants.

Required

• Minimum age of 16.
• Verification of SI readiness required within 90 days of hire.
• Complete YSL V6:
  Observe & Communicate, YSL V6:
  Orientation Principles of Youth Development, YMCA Swim Instructor Skills Verification within 90 days from date of hire.
• Patience and the ability to communicate with all ages and levels of swimmers.
• Demonstrated ability to swim in shallow and deep water, and tread water (Stage 4 level swimming skill)
• Dedicated to member safety and the mission and philosophy of the YMCA.

• Must remain in the pool area at all times.
• Ability to support child or adult body weight in the water.
• Must be able to remain alert with no lapses of consciousness in a warm environment with air temperatures of 80 degrees or higher.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and remedy hazardous/dangerous situations.
• Ability to recognize and react calmly and effectively in hazardous/dangerous situations.
• Communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.
• Perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds at a time in a warm pool environment.

This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent is also responsible for taking direction from branch representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the branch or Association’s success.