Greater Philadelphia YMCA·Ambler, Pennsylvania
Provide a safe and enjoyable environment for members to learn how to swim. Evaluate student progress, complete reports, and communicate updates to parents.
Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity!
Love swimming and working with children?
We got you.
Passionate about teaching the lifesaving skill of swimming?
We are looking for individuals, age 15+ to serve as swim instructors or aides.
As a swim instructor or aide you develop important skills such as communication, leadership and responsibility that will serve you for a lifetime!
Some rewards for joining our team: Summer Retention Bonus: Support a safe and successful pool season—team members who work 300 hours between Memorial Day and Labor Day will earn a $500 bonus!
Free YMCA membership - access to all branches!
Flexible work schedule Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs Planning for your future?
Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome!
What is needed for this job as our Swim Instructor (Or Instructor Aide): Age 15+ Experience with kids and passionate about teaching children to swim Ability to pass American Red Cross CPR Certification Ability to complete and pass our in-water skills assessment The responsibilities we will trust you with as our Swim Instructor (Or Instructor Aide): Provide a safe environment that allows members and participants to learn to swim Encourage and support students to provide an enjoyable aquatics experience Evaluate swimming skills; complete progress reports for each session; complete communications for parents Participate as a part of the aquatics staff team in providing a safe and enjoyable environment Attend staff meetings and trainings as required What you can expect: Support from an amazing team Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply After reading this, if you’re thinking this is for me- we want to meet you!
Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application.
The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer.
The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.
Applicants must be at least 15 years old with experience working with children. Candidates must pass an in-water skills assessment and obtain American Red Cross CPR certification.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, swim lesson instructors are often needed around pools, camps, and community programs, especially as families look for safe, structured lessons. This role is competitive because employers want candidates who are comfortable with children, can pass an in-water skills assessment, and are willing to earn CPR certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your availability for flexible scheduling and prepare to speak to your experience teaching or supervising children.