Y Swim Instructor- Saleeby YMCA (46473)

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• CAMERON,
• NC 28326Salary
• Range: $15.00 - $17.00 HourlyBECOME A YMCA SWIM INSTRUCTOR! "Innovation and impact are in the Y's DNA. For more than 160 years, the Y has delivered lasting personal and social change by listening to communities and providing innovative, effective solutions to community needs. " ~ Kevin Washington, CEO At the YMCA, learning to swim is not only a fun experience, but an essential life skill. In fact, the Y has been a pioneer in the aquatic industry, establishing the first group swimming lessons in 1909 at the Detroit YMCA. Come be a part of our rich history! The YMCA of the Sandhills is looking to expand our teaching team with fun, energetic, passionate candidates. Love to SWIM? Enjoy working with CHILDREN? Want to have FUN at work? We want to talk to you. Apply today! We hope to meet you soon. HAPPY SWIMMING! (Psst!, Free membership and discounts on programs are perks of being a team member. Full gym, group exercise classes, sauna, swimming pool, and much more included.)
• Position
• SUMMARY: Various shifts. Please provide days and times you are available. Provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes. Performs other departmental duties as assigned.
• Essential
• FUNCTIONS: 1. Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly. 2. Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers. 3. Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs. 4. Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.). 5. Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled. 6. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary. 7. Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment. 8. Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS: 1. Minimum age of 16 2.

Certifications

• CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, First Aid and Emergency Oxygen certifications within the first 60 days of employment 3. Ability to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards and must have the ability to tread water for two minutes, demonstrate proficiency in a minimum of four of the following six swim strokes by swimming 25 yards of each: Front Crawl, Breaststroke, Sidestroke, Butterfly, Elementary Backstroke, and Backstroke. 4. Obtain YMCA Swim Instructor certification within 60 days of employment PHYSICAL DEMANDS 1. Ability to verbally lead group activities. 2. Adequate mobility, sight and hearing to effectively supervise program participants. 3. Sufficient strength and agility to perform essential functions of position including the ability to lift a child who weighs approximately 50 pounds. 4. Ability to instruct, demonstrate and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
• Job
• Type:
• Part-time
• Starting
• Pay
• Range: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour
• Benefits:
• Employee discount
• Retirement plan
• Ability to commute/relocate to either:
• Fayetteville,
• NC 28303
• Cameron,
• NC 28326
• Application
• Question(s): Tell us about your previous swim experience. Any experience working with children? If so, tell us more.

Education

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
• License/Certification: YMCA Swim Instructor Certification or equivalent American Red Cross or YMCA CPR/AED Certification (Preferred) American Red Cross or YMCA First Aid Certification (Preferred) American Red Cross or YMCA
• Emergency
• Oxygen
• Administration
• Certification (Preferred)
• Work
• Location: In person Positions available at the Fayetteville and Saleeby branches