Job detail
Summer Swim Instructor (Oshkosh 20th Ave YMCA)
OSHKOSH COMMUNITY YOUNG MENS CHRISTIAN ASSN INC
#Flexible Schedule#Part Time#Swim Instructor#Group Lessons#Private Lessons#Adults#Leadership Skills#Toddlers#Cpr Certification#Ymca#Stroke Refinement#Water Comfort
Part TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 2 months agoCloses May 31
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Quick overview
The instructor will teach swim lessons to individuals and groups across all ages and skill levels, focusing on basic water safety, comfort, and stroke development. A key part of the role involves providing a positive and encouraging environment while building connections with families and the community.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be comfortable and confident in the water, friendly, patient, and excited to work with people of all ages, while also being reliable and able to provide excellent customer service. Willingness to receive CPR certification, which the Y will provide if necessary, is also required.
CommunicationCustomer ServiceLeadershipReliabilityPatienceTeachingWater SafetyStroke Development
Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
- Oshkosh,
- WI 54904Position
- Type: Part TimeMake waves this summer—literally. As a Swim Instructor, you’ll help people of all ages build confidence in the water while gaining leadership and teaching experience yourself. Whether you're helping a toddler learn to float or coaching stroke technique, you’ll make a real impact every day. If you love working with people, enjoy being in the water, and want a fun, flexible summer job—this is for you. Perks You’ll Love
- FREE YMCA Membership – full access to the pool, fitness center, and more
- Program Discounts – swim lessons, sports, school-age programs, and more
- FREE Training & CPR Certification – no experience required
- Incentive Pay Opportunities – teach private lessons after group training
- Flexible Scheduling – fits around school, summer plans, or another job
- Growth Opportunities – advance into lifeguarding or leadership roles
- Shift
- Availability
- Lesson times vary, but summer availability includes:
- Monday/Wednesday: 8:30am–7:00pm
- Tuesday: 4:45pm–7:15pm
- Thursday: 10:00am–11:30am and 4:45pm–7:15pm What You’ll Do
- Teach swim lessons to individuals and groups of all ages
- Help swimmers build water safety skills and stroke technique
- Create a fun, positive, and encouraging environment
- Build relationships with families and members QualificationsWhat We’re Looking For
- Age 16+
- Comfortable in the water (we’ll teach you how to teach!)
- Friendly, patient, and great with people
- Reliable with strong customer service skills
- Willing to obtain CPR certification (provided)
Benefits
- Flexible Schedules
- Free Training
- Free Ymca Membership
- Discounts On Ymca Programs
- Cpr Certification
- Incentive Pay Opportunities