Job detail
Swim Instructor - Aquatics I
YMCA Of Greater Seattle
PART_TIME
Posted 4/9/2026
Location
Newcastle, Washington
Core responsibilities
The swim instructor is responsible for teaching water acclimation, safety, and stroke development to children and adults while maintaining a safe pool environment. They must also manage class equipment, document incidents, and foster positive relationships with participants and parents.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 16 years old and possess or be able to obtain swim instructor, cpr/Aed, first aid, and emergency oxygen certifications within 30 days. The role requires the physical ability to lift equipment and children, as well as the ability to pass a swim competency test.
professional certificateCommunicationAdaptabilityCPRCustomer serviceRelationship buildingAEDProblem solvingFirst aidIncident reportingSafety monitoringWater safetySwim instructionClass managementEmergency oxygen administrationStroke development
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Mental health resources
- Childcare discounts
- Membership to the YMCA
- Day camp discounts
- Overnight camp discounts
- Outdoor leadership program discounts