Greater Philadelphia YMCA·Mount Laurel, New Jersey
The Swim Lesson Instructor is responsible for working in the water to assist in conducting aquatic instruction, providing support to help students learn to swim, and ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the pool area according to YMCA standards. Key duties include evaluating swimming skills, completing progress reports, and communicating with parents.
Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity!
Love swimming and working with children?
We got you.
Passionate about teaching the lifesaving skill of swimming?
We are looking for individuals, age 15+ to serve as swim instructors or aides.
As a swim instructor or aide you develop important skills such as communication, leadership and responsibility that will serve you for a lifetime!
Some rewards for joining our team: Summer Retention Bonus: Support a safe and successful pool season—team members who work 300 hours between Memorial Day and Labor Day will earn a $500 bonus!
Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
Flexible work schedule Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs Planning for your future?
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What is needed for this job as our Swim Instructor (Or Instructor Aide): Age 15+ Experience with kids and passionate about teaching children to swim Ability to pass American Red Cross CPR Certification Ability to complete and pass our in-water skills assessment The responsibilities we will trust you with as our Swim Instructor (Or Instructor Aide): Provide a safe environment that allows members and participants to learn to swim Encourage and support students to provide an enjoyable aquatics experience Evaluate swimming skills; complete progress reports for each session; complete communications for parents Participate as a part of the aquatics staff team in providing a safe and enjoyable environment Attend staff meetings and trainings as required What you can expect: Support from an amazing team Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply After reading this, if you’re thinking this is for me- we want to meet you!
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The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer.
The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.
Candidates must be at least 15 years old and successfully complete a swimming skills test, while also pursuing necessary certifications including YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor, CPR, First Aid, Oxygen, and Lifeguarding. The employer covers the cost of required training hours for YMCA Swim Lesson Certification, which leads to increased compensation upon completion.
Market context
Classroom teacher roles in New Jersey are typically in steady demand, especially in core subjects like English. Competition can be strong because districts often look for candidates with the correct New Jersey certification, a bachelor’s degree, and classroom readiness; the posted benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to show your certification status and relevant English instruction experience.