YMCA of Greater Kansas City·Kansas City, Missouri
The instructor will teach swimming skills focused on building confidence and water safety, adhering to national guidelines for course levels and ratios. Responsibilities also include enforcing safety rules, planning lessons, managing equipment setup/teardown, taking attendance, and assisting with pool cleanliness.
Enforce all posted rules and any other rules that are required to ensure the safety of all participants. Teach swim lessons to participants at appropriate age levels, per national guidelines of course levels and ratios. Plan lessons for classes, be well prepared for lesson. Responsible for set up and tear down of lessons (includes all utilized equipment). Take attendance at all classes. Responsible for updating all areas and certifications through the YMCA training certification program as needed for position. Responsible to assist in the cleanliness of the pool and reporting any maintenance needs.
Must be at least 16 years of age. National CPR, First Aid, Emergency Oxygen and YMCA Swim Lessons Instructor certification. Not certified? No problem — we provide free training and certification! Must pass skills test that includes: Tread water for two minutes. Demonstrate Stage 5 proficiency in at least four of the following six strokes by swimming 25 yards of each: Front Crawl, Breaststroke, Sidestroke, Butterfly, Elementary Backstroke, and Backstroke. Must be able to relate and work with diverse groups of people in a friendly and consistent manner.
Candidates must be at least 16 years old and capable of relating well with diverse groups in a friendly manner. Required qualifications include passing a skills test involving treading water and demonstrating proficiency in multiple swimming strokes, though necessary certifications like CPR, First Aid, and YMCA Swim Lessons Instructor can be obtained through free training provided by the employer.
Market context
In Missouri, swim lesson instructor roles are commonly tied to seasonal and year-round aquatics programs, so demand can rise when pools and community centers expand lessons. This role is competitive because employers look for strong water skills, a friendly approach with diverse groups, and readiness to complete certifications and ongoing training. Before applying, review the skills test expectations and note that the requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save research time.
