Swim Instructor - Arnold (Greater Annapolis)
Job Description
Posted Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at 4:00 AM
Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their values and a conscious decision they’ve made about how they choose to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Swim Director or other assigned associate, Swim Instructor 1 is responsible for teaching swim lessons (in compliance with the YMCA of the USA guidelines and levels), safety, and engagement of swim lesson participants during the swim lessons program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Responsible for the safety of all swimmers during lessons and for the interpretation and enforcement of all pool rules.
* Reports to work in uniform a minimum of ten minutes prior to assigned shift to receive communications and instructions from supervisor.
* Conducts classes according to the YMCA of the USA Aquatic Program, adapted where necessary for local conditions.
* Ensures the efficiency of the lesson program through rigorous adherence to standards set for progression and honest evaluation of students' abilities.
* Attends all scheduled classes within a session; if an absence is unavoidable, secures a substitute and provides lesson plans for that substitute.
* Helps to promote participation in the Y Swimming Lessons program.
* Assists the Swim Director or other assigned associate with administrative tasks.
* Prepares the program/service area with necessary equipment and returns all equipment to proper storage.
* Actively engages, orients, and assists all participants when not actively teaching.
* Focuses on quality experiences and engagement within programs, services, and activities.
* Promotes a professional image and maintains a clean and safe environment at all times.
* Ability to work with a diverse population, all ages, genders, and sexual orientations.
* Attends and actively participates in all meetings as assigned.
* Incorporates the four character values of the YMCA: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility, and adheres to the YCM Code of Conduct.
* Communicates the Y mission and objectives to the community.
* Assists in all other areas as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Swim Instructor 1 will meet the qualifications set forth by the Y in Central Maryland. Associates shall be of good character and reputation; capable of carrying out assigned responsibilities; capable of accepting training and supervision; and capable of communicating effectively both orally and in writing as applicable to the job responsibility. Minimum qualifications include:
* Previous teaching experience preferred.
* Current CPR/AED/O2/First Aid certification (or O2 within 30 days of hire).
* Preferred Lifeguard certification.
* Successful completion and passing of the Y in Central Maryland swim test.
* Flexible schedule, days, nights, and weekends.
* Completion of new associate training (including Child Abuse Prevention) before scheduled to work.
The Y in Central Maryland provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. Moreover, the Y is firmly committed to celebrating and achieving diversity and inclusion in all we do. We strive to be an anti-racist organization and expect all associates to treat others with respect, kindness, and dignity at all times. Thank you for considering working for the Y in Central Maryland. If being a part of our cause feels right for you, we hope you will join us.
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