Westfield Area YMCA
Location
Cranford, New Jersey
Salary
$16 - $22 / HOUR
Conduct swim classes safely based on participant abilities and levels. Record and communicate progress evaluations to participants and their parents or guardians.
Must be at least 16 years old with YMCA Swim Instructor, BLS, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen certifications. Requires the maturity to maintain pool safety and excellent communication skills.
Description The Westfield Area YMCA is looking for reliable and enthusiastic individuals to join our growing Aquatics team at our Cranford branch! We offer a fun, positive and inclusive work environment.
Benefits: Eligible Employees who meet the requirements are entitled to the following benefits:
· Complimentary YMCA membership · Employee referral bonus program · Paid NJ Earned Sick Leave · Short-Term disability benefits · 403b Retirement Savings Account · Discounts on designated child care programs · Discounts with other organizations for just being a Y Employee and MORE!
Our Mission The Westfield Area YMCA is a nonprofit human service organization dedicated to developing the full potential of every individual and family in the communities it serves through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
The YMCA is a great place to work and to be a part of the community! For more information, please visit our website: https://westfieldynj.org/
Market context
In New Jersey, swim instructor openings often reflect steady demand from schools, pools, and community programs that need staff who can work well with children and communicate clearly. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for reliability, organization, and readiness to complete a background check before training. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then highlight any child-focused experience and availability for flexible scheduling in your application.
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Salary benchmark
$49,446 avg / yr
Typical range: $29,309–$49,920 based on 300 active listings in New Jersey