Job detail
Saturday Swim Instructor
The Granite YMCA
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Salary
$14 - $17 / HOUR
Quick overview
Teach small-group swim lessons to individuals ranging from infants to adults using the YMCA curriculum. Focus on water safety, confidence building, and stroke development.
Requirements summary
No prior certification is required as paid training is provided. Experience working with children or previous swim team participation is considered an asset.
TeamworkCommunicationChildcareWater safetySwim instructionInstructional skillsStroke fundamentalsAdvanced swim technique
Job description
- The YMCA of the Seacoast is currently hiring Swim Instructors to join our enthusiastic and mission-driven aquatics team!
- Whether you're an experienced swimmer, a former swim team member, or someone who just loves the water, this is your chance to share your passion while helping others learn life-saving skills in a fun, supportive environment.
- Teaching swim lessons at the Y is more than just a job—it’s a rewarding experience that allows you to positively impact your community while enjoying flexible hours, a team-focused atmosphere, and opportunities for advancement.
- Many of our swim instructors go on to become Coordinators, Aquatics Directors, Coaches, and more!
- What You'll Do: As a Swim Instructor, you’ll teach small-group lessons using the YMCA’s nationally recognized swim curriculum, working with ages ranging from 6 months to adults, depending on your skillset and comfort level.
- Lessons focus on: Water safety and confidence Stroke fundamentals Advanced swim technique No certification?
- No problem!
- Paid training is provided.
- Position Highlights: Flexible scheduling that works around school, another job, or other commitments 5–15 hours per week, with shifts during weekday afternoons/evenings and weekend mornings Ideal for those with prior experience working with kids, teaching swim lessons, or being part of a swim team Supportive supervision and an energetic team culture Part-Time Benefits/Perks: Work/Life balance Flexible hours and team environment Leadership development and paid training Access to Y Career pathways Staff receive a free Y membership Up to 50% discount on Y programs and childcare Retirement plans available (for 18 +) Tuition discounts to some NH and online schools Discounts on Tickets, earned paid time off, and more
Benefits
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Leadership development
- Free Y membership
- Tuition discounts
- Discount on Y programs
- Discount on childcare
