Skagit Valley Family YMCA
GROUP SWIM LESSON INSTRUCTOR
Skagit Valley Family YMCA, Mount Vernon, New York, United States
Pay Range
Base pay range: $20.00/hr. Potential up to $39.00/hr.
Job Description In this position you will: provide skill-based swim and water safety instruction to people of all ages; maintain constant supervision of students to ensure safety; create positive, nurturing relationships with students; promote and support the potential of all students; facilitate peer-to-peer connections.
Responsibilities
Deliver swim and water safety instruction to students of all ages and abilities in group and private settings.
Plan and implement program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and align with YMCA values.
Prepare written lesson plans per YMCA Swim Lessons curriculum.
Complete student records and progress reports punctually.
Adhere to program standards, including safety and cleanliness standards.
Attend staff meetings and trainings.
Model safe behavior in and around the water.
Perform necessary duties in emergency situations.
Maintain constant supervision and support for students as needed.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and co‑workers.
Maintain positive relationships with parents, caregivers, and staff.
Follow YMCA policies and procedures.
Develop respectful working relationships with swimmers and members.
Ensure fairness and equal time spent with each swimmer.
Be present in the pool majority of time.
Prioritize health and well‑being of swimmers.
Adhere to specific rules for programming (e.g., 4th grade lessons, safety around water, etc.).
Maintain confidentiality of personal information while reporting safety concerns.
Use equipment responsibly.
Adhere to pool attire and instructor uniform guidelines.
Present as a role model for Y's 4 core values.
Qualifications
Minimum age 16.
YMCA Swim Lessons Instructor certification, or willingness to obtain before starting date.
Certifications: CPR/AED, First Aid, Administering Emergency Oxygen, Bloodborne Pathogen Training (or willingness to obtain). American Red Cross Lifeguard Training is preferred.
Abuse Prevention and Mandatory Reporting training required within 90 days of hire.
Bilingual skills preferred (additional $0.50/hr).
Must be able to tread water two minutes and demonstrate Stage 5 proficiency in at least four of the following six strokes: Front Crawl, Breaststroke, Sidestroke, Butterfly, Elementary Backstroke, Backstroke (25 yards each).
Possess mature judgment and sound decision‑making skills.
Be constantly observant and safety conscious.
Work Environment & Physical/Mental Demands
Remain in water 80-90 degrees for 1-4 hours; move around work environment; respond quickly to emergencies on land and in water.
Lift equipment and a small to average‑size child.
Vision requirements: close, distance, adjust.
Noisy environment, moderate to high.
Remain in pool area at all times.
Remain alert, no lapses of consciousness.
Recognize distress signals.
Verbally communicate, including projecting voice over distance.
Use computer and other office equipment as necessary.
Interact with members, staff, volunteers, dissatisfied individuals.
Flexible work week (including nights and weekends) up to 25 hours per week.
Benefits From Day 1
Free YMCA household membership.
403(b) savings account enrollment.
8 paid federal holidays per year (full‑time employees eligible).
Additional bilingual premium pay of $0.50 for fluent Spanish, Triqui, Mixtec, Russian, Ukrainian speakers (no translation required).
Benefits (waiting period applies)
Paid sick & vacation days (accrual starts day-1, use after 90 days).
2 paid personal days & 1 paid birthday per year.
Medical, vision, and dental insurance (full‑time employees eligible).
403(b) retirement employer match (after 2 years with 1,000 hours).
Life insurance & more (full‑time employees eligible).
Seniority Level Entry level.
Employment Type Part‑time.
Job Function Education and Training.
Industries Education Administration Programs.
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Job Description In this position you will: provide skill-based swim and water safety instruction to people of all ages; maintain constant supervision of students to ensure safety; create positive, nurturing relationships with students; promote and support the potential of all students; facilitate peer-to-peer connections.
Responsibilities
Deliver swim and water safety instruction to students of all ages and abilities in group and private settings.
Plan and implement program activities that are culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate, and align with YMCA values.
Prepare written lesson plans per YMCA Swim Lessons curriculum.
Complete student records and progress reports punctually.
Adhere to program standards, including safety and cleanliness standards.
Attend staff meetings and trainings.
Model safe behavior in and around the water.
Perform necessary duties in emergency situations.
Maintain constant supervision and support for students as needed.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and co‑workers.
Maintain positive relationships with parents, caregivers, and staff.
Follow YMCA policies and procedures.
Develop respectful working relationships with swimmers and members.
Ensure fairness and equal time spent with each swimmer.
Be present in the pool majority of time.
Prioritize health and well‑being of swimmers.
Adhere to specific rules for programming (e.g., 4th grade lessons, safety around water, etc.).
Maintain confidentiality of personal information while reporting safety concerns.
Use equipment responsibly.
Adhere to pool attire and instructor uniform guidelines.
Present as a role model for Y's 4 core values.
Qualifications
Minimum age 16.
YMCA Swim Lessons Instructor certification, or willingness to obtain before starting date.
Certifications: CPR/AED, First Aid, Administering Emergency Oxygen, Bloodborne Pathogen Training (or willingness to obtain). American Red Cross Lifeguard Training is preferred.
Abuse Prevention and Mandatory Reporting training required within 90 days of hire.
Bilingual skills preferred (additional $0.50/hr).
Must be able to tread water two minutes and demonstrate Stage 5 proficiency in at least four of the following six strokes: Front Crawl, Breaststroke, Sidestroke, Butterfly, Elementary Backstroke, Backstroke (25 yards each).
Possess mature judgment and sound decision‑making skills.
Be constantly observant and safety conscious.
Work Environment & Physical/Mental Demands
Remain in water 80-90 degrees for 1-4 hours; move around work environment; respond quickly to emergencies on land and in water.
Lift equipment and a small to average‑size child.
Vision requirements: close, distance, adjust.
Noisy environment, moderate to high.
Remain in pool area at all times.
Remain alert, no lapses of consciousness.
Recognize distress signals.
Verbally communicate, including projecting voice over distance.
Use computer and other office equipment as necessary.
Interact with members, staff, volunteers, dissatisfied individuals.
Flexible work week (including nights and weekends) up to 25 hours per week.
Benefits From Day 1
Free YMCA household membership.
403(b) savings account enrollment.
8 paid federal holidays per year (full‑time employees eligible).
Additional bilingual premium pay of $0.50 for fluent Spanish, Triqui, Mixtec, Russian, Ukrainian speakers (no translation required).
Benefits (waiting period applies)
Paid sick & vacation days (accrual starts day-1, use after 90 days).
2 paid personal days & 1 paid birthday per year.
Medical, vision, and dental insurance (full‑time employees eligible).
403(b) retirement employer match (after 2 years with 1,000 hours).
Life insurance & more (full‑time employees eligible).
Seniority Level Entry level.
Employment Type Part‑time.
Job Function Education and Training.
Industries Education Administration Programs.
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