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Swim Lesson Coordinator

YMCA of Upper Palmetto

Clover, SC | Full Time

$68k-114k (estimate)

2 Months Ago

Swim Lesson Instructor

YMCA of Upper Palmetto

Clover, SC | Full Time

$52k-77k (estimate)

2 Months Ago

Swim Lesson Coordinator

$68k-114k (estimate)

Full Time 2 Months Ago

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YMCA of Upper Palmetto is Hiring a Swim Lesson Coordinator Near Clover, SC

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under supervision of the Aquatics Director and consistent with the Christian mission of the YMCA, the Swim Lesson Coordinator is responsible for leading, organizing and teaching swim lessons according to the Red Cross swim program or to the YMCA of the USA program standards.
Principle Activities:

Teach swim lessons according to the YMCA of the USA standards
Create a positive learning environment through personal enthusiasm
Be safety-conscious, maintain order and enforce rules during lessons to ensure swimmer safety
Keep accurate records of attendance and skills achieved by each student, each session
Provide each student with written records of progress
Use swimming aids effectively to maximize each individual’s practice time
Utilize written lesson plans for each lesson to make the most efficient use of class time
Assist in planning and leading staff meeting and in-service training
Serve as new swim instructor mentor and trainer
Conduct evaluations on new swim instructors
Assist in Program evaluation process
Assist in parent/participant orientation
Effectively communicate with parents
Serve as pool deck manager if Director is unavailable
Assist with supervising and evaluating swim instructors
Assist with swim instructor scheduled to include roster distribution
Carry out additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Effect on End Result:
Each Lead swim instructor will be evaluated based on the degree to which:

A safe and positive environment will be created for all aquatic participants
A quality reputation is maintained for the YMCA aquatic program in the community
High quality instruction for student as shown through program evaluations
Member and program participants evaluations reflect satisfaction
Team work is promoted and demonstrated
Growth of swim lessons in participation and revenue production

All staff are relationship builders in their particular program or service area and they will:

Welcome/acknowledge each child and parent in a pleasant and friendly manner (e.g., greet, smile, make eye contact);
Be open and actively listen to questions, concerns and feelings of children, parents and staff, dealing with them honestly, respectfully and positively (e.g., Yes, I hear your concern; Yes, I can help you; Yes, I can get you that information);
Handle multiple tasks in a calm and responsible way always affirming the child or parent (e.g., appropriately disciplining one child while continuing the class for the other children);
Build child and parent relationships by showing interest, caring and responsiveness to child’s progress (e.g., meet each parent during the session giving progress information, give child immediate feedback on skill progress);
Continuously inquire regarding the quality of member visits, offering additional activities/programs that may be of interest to the member (e.g., “Did you know about our water aerobics program on Tuesdays and Thursdays?”).

Swim Lesson Supervisor Agreement:

I understand that the first 5-10 minutes of each class will be spent taking attendance, seeing that children get to their proper classes, listen and problem solving any parent concerns. I will make sure all classes start and end on time.
I understand that I am expected to get in the water and assist swim instructors no later than 10 minutes after class starts. I also understand that with 5 minutes left in class, I will exit the pool and check with parents and get ready for the next class. The only exception to this is if I am assisting parents by answering questions or troubleshooting a problem.
I understand that in case of an instructor calling out and unable to find a substitute, I am responsible for teaching that class from start to finish.
I understand that I will keep my immediate supervisor informed of all problems, concerns and progress of all classes during my shift.

Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years old
Must have 3 years of teaching or coaching experience
Must have a minimum of 1,000 hours of teaching experience and/or continuing education
Must Obtain or have a current Red Cross WSI or YMCA Swim Instructor Certification
Current certification in the following…
- CPR
- First Aid
- AED
- O2
Must present a professional, mature image, and have excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Must have a positive attitude and desire to achieve the mission of the Upper Palmetto YMCA.
Physical Requirements; Walking, carrying, sitting, seeing, hearing, crouching, lifting (25 pounds), pushing, kneeling, standing and speaking