Swim Instructor
YMCA of Middle TN
Location
Nashville, Tennessee
Salary
$14 / HOUR
Quick overview
The instructor will lead swim classes directly in the water, focusing on ensuring safety, fun, and skill progression for all participants using organized lesson plans. Responsibilities also include teaching proper swimming techniques, encouraging growth, providing feedback to swimmers and parents, and maintaining organized equipment.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 16 years old and possess intermediate swimming ability, with preferred certifications including Lifeguard and Swim Instructor credentials. Required onboarding includes New Hire Orientation before the first shift and obtaining CPR Pro/AED/First Aid certification within 30 days of hiring.
Job description
YMCA at Bellevue is Now Hiring for Swim Instructor
Position Type: Part-time
Pay Range starts at $14 per hour (or more depending on experience)
- Shift Availability varies by location
- The Donelson-Hermitage center is seeking candidates available Saturday’s from 9am to 2pm
- The Margaret Maddox center is seeking candidates available weekday evenings (4–7 PM) and Saturday mornings (9 AM–12 PM) now through May.
- Looking ahead to summer? Margaret Maddox is also hiring for weekday mornings and evenings, plus Saturday mornings, from June through July.]
Do you love the water and helping others learn to swim with confidence? We’re looking for enthusiastic Swim Instructor to join our team! You’ll play a vital role in creating a safe, fun, and engaging environment where participants build lifelong swimming skills.
What You’ll Do
You’ll lead swim classes from in the water, ensuring safety, fun, and progression for all participants. With organized lesson plans, you’ll teach proper swimming techniques, encourage growth, and provide regular feedback to swimmers and parents. Plus, you’ll help keep equipment organized and contribute to a positive Y experience for every member.
What You’ll Bring
- Minimum
- Age: 16
- Ability to swim at an intermediate level (check out our Prerequisite Skills Evaluation [https://redcrosslearningcenter.s3.amazonaws.com/PHSS-IC-24Lifeguarding-Candidate/LGIT01_Prerequisite_Skills_Evaluation_Final_12-18-23.mp4])
- Lifeguard and Swim Instructor certifications preferred (we can help you get there!).
- A positive attitude, great communication skills, and a passion for teaching.
Required Certifications
- New Hire Orientation before your first shift.
- CPR Pro/AED/First Aid within 30 days of hire.
Ready to make waves and inspire confidence in the water? Apply today and help us build strong swimmers, one lesson at a time!