YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit·Southgate, Michigan
The swim instructor shadows and assists with swimming lessons while building authentic relationships with students and parents. They are also responsible for maintaining records and conveying information regarding aquatics programs.
The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit is a non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening the foundation of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
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Now Hiring Entry Level Swim Instructors at the YMCA YMCA Employee Benefits FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs Flexible Scheduling Family-friendly Work Environment Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan General Function The Entry Level Swim Instructor shadows and assists with instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes.
Education/Experience/Training/Certifications At a minimum, some high school level education (over 16+ years of age) CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification, and Emergency Oxygen from the Red Cross Obtains YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent at the first certification course offered by the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit after hire.
Position Benefits Free Training!
Job
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.
Candidates must be at least 16 years old with some high school education and possess current CPR, AED, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen certifications. The role requires the ability to lift equipment and small children, as well as obtaining a YMCA Swim Instructor certification after hire.
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Entry Level Swim Instructor
Entry Level Swim Instructor
Entry Level Swim Instructor