About this role
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 . The Swim Instructor, under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, provides safe, motivational and knowledgeable instruction to members & program participants. The instructor is responsible for the safety and proper instruction of class participants.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Never take your eyes off your class. Never leave your children unattended. Safety is your highest priority.
- Provide safe, competent aquatic instruction using nationally recognized guidelines established by the YMCA of the USA.
- Be alert/attentive so as to prevent accidents. Respond quickly, intelligently, and decisively and in accordance with YMCA established emergency and accident management procedures.
- Teach with encouragement and positive reinforcement.
- Must have considerable ability as a swimmer.
- Maintain constant surveillance of class participants to ensure a safe and positive environment.
- Enforce all pool rules in a consistent, courteous and fair manner. Educate family users of the purpose and need for the rules as a professional.
- Instructors must set up for their classes and return equipment afterwards.
- Maintain and attendance and skill accomplishment records for class participants.
- Attend all in-service training programs and staff meetings as scheduled by the director.
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Organizational Leader):
- Communication & Influence
- Developing Self & Others
- Engaging Community
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
- CPR for the Professional Rescuer certified
- AED certified
- First Aid Certified
- Swim Instructor WSI (American Red Cross) or YSL (YMCA) Certification a plus
- Minimum age 15 years or older
- Bilingual in Spanish helpful
- Be knowledgeable about aquatics and have the know-how to teach others to swim.
- Be knowledgeable about various YMCA programs and events and make appropriate suggestions.
- Staff must find their own substitute and document coverage with the Aquatics Director.
- Be available to parents, participants and staff for questions or comments or know who to refer them to.
- Report all incidents, accidents or any safety concerns to your supervisor.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Must have effective problem solving skills.
- Must demonstrate communication skills.
- Must be able to complete certification requirements online and in person.
- Be available to substitute for other staff and follow established substitution procedures.
- By personal example helps interpret quality of YMCA Character Values - Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.
- Actively promote membership within department. Increase visibility and credibility of YMCA programs.
- Be available to talk with parent/guardian before and/or after classes.
- Maintain a neat and orderly work area maximizing efficiency and safety.
- Reports all accidents / unusual incidents immediately to your supervisor with all necessary documentation.
- Perform all other responsibilities as required by supervisor.
- Fill out proper documentation: mid-session reports, end of session reports and any other qualitative or quantitative documents as required by supervisor and deliver them by appropriate dates.
- Attend in-service and other required meetings
- Teach private lessons when available.
- Help with department events.
- Perform other duties as assinged by Senior Management.
- Ensure member satisfaction through program delivery.
- Initiate a high quality of service and courtesy to all members, participants, volunteers and potential members, and appropriate creativeness in class design.
- Be knowledgeable about various YMCA programs and events and make appropriate suggestions.
- Be available to members, program participants and staff for questions, concerns and/or comments.
- Adhere to and know the Merrimack Valley YMCAs Mission Statement
- Exemplify the YMCA philosophy to reflect a positive image, promoting the healthy growth and development of all participants.
- Maintain a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for all participants, staff and members.
- Responsible for taking attendance as dictated by supervisor.
- Attend staff trainings/meetings and update your skills as your position demands