Swim instructor (Summer seasonal)

Other Duties/Expectations

Must be 5-10 minutes early to every shift and record time worked correctly with limited mistakes. Must find coverage if unable to attend a shift. Contact must be made ahead of time if a scheduled shift cannot be worked. Flexibility, may be asked to substitute for other employee’s shift or work beyond assigned shift in an effort to ensure safety and proper coverage. Mandatory attendance for in-services. In-Service meetings will be scheduled in advance. In the event of pool closure, must accommodate an alternate date for swim lesson. For Private Swim Instruction, must complete accurate private lesson timesheet at the end of each workday. Must complete and maintain all records assigned as current and up-to-date.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader)

• Mission
• Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration

• Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.
• Operational
• Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
• Personal
• Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

Requirements

Qualifications

Minimum age of 16 years. Proven knowledge of various swim strokes and teaching levels. Previous experience teaching swim lessons preferred. Strong vocal ability to project instruction clearly during lessons. Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills. Strong problem-solving skills. Must achieve YSL or American Red Cross certification within 1st year of teaching swim lessons. The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

Physical Demands

1. Ability to swim at least four laps (200 yards) of freestyle and be able to scissor kick (sidestroke) or breaststroke kick. 2. Must be willing and able to teach in the water for each class. Must be able to enter and exit pool without assistance. 3. Must be able to remain alert. 4. Adequate ability to hear noises and distinguish distress signals. 5. Ability to lift up to 55 lbs. 6. Ability to communicate verbally, including projecting voice across distance in normal and loud situations.