YWCA TULSA INC·Tulsa, Oklahoma
The Swim Instructor provides high-quality swim lessons to participants of all ages while ensuring a safe and inclusive environment. They are responsible for teaching water safety, tracking participant progress, and maintaining pool area organization.
Candidates with strong swim instruction experience may be supported in obtaining WSI certification & CPR and First Aid certification upon hire.
Physical
Requirements: Work is performed in an indoor and/or outdoor pool environment. Requires standing in water for extended periods and active movement during instruction. Ability to lift, support, or assist participants in the water as needed. Must be able to demonstrate swim techniques and physically assist participants. Exposure to pool chemicals and varying temperatures.
Required competencies and expectations: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following mission centered competencies as they relate to
YWCA
Tulsa core values:
Community: We center people in our program design; we engage the Community in our decisions, and we partner with others to achieve the greatest impact.
We are committed to creating space for voices to be heard.
We care about each other and treat each other with dignity and value. We believe that authentic, respectful relationships lead to learning and growth.
We empower each other [and the community/those we serve] to have a voice and create change.
Equity and
Inclusion: We build diverse, welcoming, and inclusive spaces within our walls and in the world.
We set and achieve ambitious goals.
Data
Competency: YWCA team members are expected to demonstrate knowledge of their data and how it relates to their scope of work. Every team member is responsible for the collection of data and the expectation is that this information is reflected upon and used for decision making, serving clients where applicable and adjusting processes when needed. Team members are responsible for entering data accurately, timely and consistently and ensuring that they are aware of goals and objectives related to their position. YWCA team members are expected to synthesize and apply their data to advance our mission and ensure they are reporting progress to their direct supervisors in weekly meetings where they will use data to create action plans, work strategically, and analyze any gaps or areas of need.
Communication
Competency: YWCA team members are expected to communicate clearly, effectively, and in a collaborative manner. YWCA staff are expected to utilize a variety of communication tools, including but not limited to email, TEAMS messages, telephone and in person conversation. It is expected that communication is responded to within no more than 48 hours. YWCA staff will communicate timely and respectfully with staff, stakeholders and clients.
Candidates must have prior experience teaching swim lessons and possess American Red Cross WSI, CPR, and First Aid certifications. The role requires the ability to perform all four swim strokes and work flexible evening hours.
Market context
Swim instructor openings in Oklahoma often reflect steady demand from pools, schools, and youth programs that need staff with safety credentials and experience working with children. This role is competitive because employers usually prioritize current Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid certifications plus prior swim instruction experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications are current before applying.