Swim Instructor III

POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Delivers legendary service to all members, guests, and program participants. Under the direction of the Aquatic Leadership the Swim Instructor will maintain a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swim classes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Leads shift team, ensuring they follow the YMCA swim lesson curriculum expectations.
2. Leads by example by displaying proper teaching expectations by being prepared by setting up early, being engaging with the students and parents, displaying positive energy and professionalism while instructing to the YMCA swim lesson curriculum.
3. Ensures all paperwork and record keeping is completed in a timely manner (i.e. attendance, progress tracker, certification of achievements, accident reports.)
4. Maintain a professional appearance and attitude.
5. Mentor and act as a resource for new or inexperienced instructors.
6. Attend meetings and trainings as assigned.
7. Lead meetings and in-services as assigned.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
2. Ability to relate and communicate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.
3. One year minimum of teaching and training in an aquatic environment.
4. Minimum of 18 years of age.
5. Maintain current Y-USA Swim Lesson Instructor certification required.
6. Within 30 days of hire, complete all New Employee Orientation trainings.

MEMBER ENGAGEMENT:

• Know and model the Crossroads YMCA staff pledge to ensure participants have a legendary experience.
• Acquaint and recommend members to participate in a variety of YMCA programs.
• Develop professional relationships that promote the building of small communities.
• Recommend participation in a variety of YMCA programs.
• Support our YMCA annual campaign by inviting members to participate.
• Build an environment in which valuing diversity and inclusion is encouraged.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

The National YMCA Mission:

To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other persons point of view, and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures, and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change, and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to work accurately at a fast pace.
• Visual, auditory, and verbal ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work in a variety of environments, specifically those subject to extreme humidity/dampness and heat.
• Must have high level of alertness, concentration, and initiative.
• Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform job responsibilities.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; occasionally stoop/bend.

Salary : $13 - $16