Swim Instructor

Salary Range
: $15.50/hour

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Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to these causes because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. Historically founded on the Christian principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

We are for ALL.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Statement | YMCA OF CENTRAL NEW YORK (ymcacny.org)

T his position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization. Under the direction of the Aquatics Director, the Swim Instructor provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation as well as assuring the safety, well-being, and enjoyment for students in swimming class. The Swim Instructor provides leadership and assures the well‑being for all, in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and Association policies.

• Salary Range: $15.50/hour, Part‑time non‑exempt
• YMCA Membership

• Instruct swim lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines in a professional, courteous, manner and eliminate unsafe practices and hazards.
• Have prepared lesson plans for each session and class.
• Develop positive relationships with participants and provide motivational support and guidance.
• Wear a uniform consistent with branch dress code: one piece bathing suit (some branches may require staff shirt, whistle, and staff ).
• Arrive 15 minutes early on deck in uniform for all shifts.
• Cover all shifts. When unable to cover a shift, instructor must find their own substitute.
• Set‑up, organize and clean‑up all class materials, report any damaged equipment to supervisor.
• Convey basic information aquatics programs and schedules.
• Communicate with parents responding to questions or comments about the class.
• Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings.
• Greet all class participants and/or family members in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Maintain accurate records (i.e. attendance, progress reports, class skill performance records etc.).
• Hand in report cards at given dates for each session.
• Complete and distribute class certificates and program evaluations at the end of session.
• At all times, maintain physical presence with class and remain aware of pool surroundings and patrons in the pool.
• Maintain cleanliness of facility.
• Know, follow, and enforce all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• All other duties, as assigned by Supervisor.

• Possess the ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke technique.
• Must be people oriented and possess good communication skills.
• Must have approval of aquatics coordinator to teach lessons.

• Must complete online Bloodborne Pathogens, Employee Safety and Youth Protection Series trainings prior to initial assignment to position.
• Must hold and maintain current CPR, AED, first aid and oxygen administration within 60‑days of hire date.
• Must complete online Hazard Communication training within the first 90‑days of employment.
• Must obtain YMCA Swim Instructor certification with 6 months of hire date.
• Must attend and complete Activate America, Listen First and Quality Service Training within the first 90‑days of employment.

• Engaging Community:Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community‑focused and welcoming…