YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit
Location
Southgate, Michigan
Salary
$14 / HOUR
The instructor shadows and assists with the instruction and motivation of students in swimming classes. They are responsible for building relationships with parents and students while maintaining program records.
Candidates must be at least 16 years old with some high school education and hold Red Cross certifications in CPR, AED, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen. They must also obtain YMCA Swim Instructor certification after hire.
Shadows and prepares swimming lessons according tto he YMCA guidelines Builds authentic relationships with students and parents Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules as appropriate Maintains records as required and attends staff meetings and trainings Performs other assigned duties as directed by the supervisor Abilities & Skills Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques. Ability to lift equipment and to lift a small to average-sized child. For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page (ymcadetroit.org/careers). The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit (“YMCA”) is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. The YMCA does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring or other terms or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetic information, ethnicity, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, military status or application or any other basis protected by state, federal or other applicable law. The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in our programs. We hold all staff, regardless of position, to the highest possible standards. We require all staff to be screened regularly and sign a code of conduct. All staff will be monitored when interacting with program participants. We take any inappropriate interactions between program participants and with staff very seriously and will fully cooperate with authorities in any case of abuse.
Market context
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