YMCA OF COASTAL CAROLINA·Litchfield Beach, South Carolina
Instruct swimming lessons according to YMCA guidelines and maintain a supportive, positive atmosphere for students. Develop relationships with participants and families while ensuring all safety and emergency procedures are followed.
Pawleys Island - Pawleys Island, SC 29585Are you looking for more than a job? The YMCA of Coastal Carolina is the perfect place for people with a passion for making the community a better place. The dedicated people who make up our staff are the foundation of the YMCA. Each person plays an important role in making the Y a welcoming, productive, and vital resource in their communities. If you want to turn your passion for strengthening communities and impacting lives into a career, apply today. Working at the Y comes with personal benefits too. As a part-time you receive a FREE YMCA Family Membership along with employee discounts on YMCA programs. Willing to train and certify the candidate.
QualificationsPOSITION
SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. A Swim Instructor for YMCA of Coastal Carolina maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students in swim classes.
OUR
CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.
We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become.
We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.
We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential.
We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
Essential
FUNCTIONS: Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals. Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members or program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages parent or caregiver involvement. Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs. Maintains records as required (e.g., attendance, progress reports). Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary. Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment. Trains and supervises class aides as assigned. Performs all other duties as assigned.
Y MCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent. CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen certifications required. Complete all assigned Redwoods trainings (CAP, BBP, etc.) o Child Abuse Prevention supports the YMCAs commitment to child abuse prevention by: Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor Completing all child abuse prevention training as required Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards At least 16 years of age. WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques. Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.
Candidates must be at least 16 years old and hold certifications in CPR, AED, Basic First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen. YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent is required, though the organization is willing to train and certify the right candidate.
Market context
In South Carolina, swim instructor roles are commonly tied to community pools, YMCAs, schools, and recreation programs, where demand often follows seasonal lessons and year-round water safety needs. These jobs can be competitive because employers look for current safety credentials and comfort teaching different age groups. Review the certification list closely and confirm your CPR, AED, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen credentials before applying; this platform AI-summarizes job requirements and benefits from the original posting to save you research time.