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About the Role
The Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching YMCA swim lessons to participants of all ages and skill levels, ensuring a safe, enjoyable, and positive learning environment in accordance with YMCA standards and procedures, fostering skill development, confidence, and a love for swimming.
Responsibilities
- Conduct engaging, effective, and safe swim lessons following the YMCA swim lesson program.
- Adapt teaching methods to meet participant needs and skill levels.
- Know and review all emergency procedures and promptly respond to emergencies.
- Provide first aid and assistance to swimmers when necessary.
- Track participant attendance and skill achievements.
- Complete and distribute skill progression and completion forms to participants or guardians.
- Ensure proper usage, maintenance, and storage of instructional equipment.
- Maintain a welcoming and responsive demeanor with participants, parents, and colleagues.
- Provide feedback and guidance to swimmers and parents to support skill development.
- Understand and enforce all pool safety rules and policies consistently.
- Clean and disinfect commonly used surfaces following department protocols.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Attend staff training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge of program standards.
- Demonstrate proficiency in swim instruction and safety protocols.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years old.
- Proficient swimming ability that aligns with YMCA program standards.
- Certifications in CPR/AED and First Aid are preferred.
- Certifications from American Red Cross, HSI, or American Heart Association are acceptable.
- Lifeguard certification or swim instructor certification is preferred.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with participants of all age groups.
- Demonstrates the ability to enforce safety rules and guidelines while maintaining a positive and supportive environment.
Skills
- Swim Instruction
- Safety and Emergency Response
- Program Documentation
- Equipment Management
- Member Engagement
- Safety and Cleanliness
- Professional Development
Location
- Buffalo Niagara
Work Type
- Part-time
- 12 to 25 hours per week
Benefits
- Complimentary YMCA Buffalo Niagara membership
- Discounted program fees
- Opportunity to work in a welcoming, mission-driven environment
- Immediately eligible to enroll and contribute to the Y Retirement Fund’s 403(b) plan (for part-time employees)
- Generous 12% employer-paid retirement contribution (after eligibility requirements are met)
- Paid sick leave
- Leadership development opportunities
- Ongoing training
- Flexible scheduling
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement
About the Company
- YMCA Buffalo Niagara is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Equal Opportunity
- YMCA Buffalo Niagara is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.