What are the responsibilities and job description for the Master Level Swim Instructor position at Montclair YMCA?
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POSITION SUMMARY:
The Master-Level Swim Lessons Instructor provides advanced swim instruction for adult and/or advanced-level swimmers seeking stroke refinement, endurance training, and technique development. This role delivers high-quality, structured lessons that emphasize stroke mechanics, efficiency, conditioning, and safety while fostering a supportive and motivating environment.
The instructor promotes aquatics programs within association guidelines, ensures a safe learning environment, and upholds the YMCA mission of developing confident swimmers through integrity, sportsmanship, and excellence.
OUR CULTURE:
At the YMCA of Montclair, we strive to be the Employer of Choice, provide World-Class Service, and be the Charity of Choice. Our goal is to be a place where employees are empowered and excited to come to work. All staff ensure that members experience customer centric, individual attention each day. We strive to be the preferred partner collaborating with others, identifying and meeting our community needs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide structured master-level swim instruction focused on advanced stroke development, technique refinement, endurance, and performance improvement.
- Design progressive lesson plans aligned with YMCA standards and participant goals.
- Evaluate swimmer performance and provide constructive, individualized feedback.
- Maintain accurate attendance records and participant progress documentation.
- Communicate clearly with participants regarding goals, progress, and program offerings.
- Organize and return equipment after sessions; report damaged equipment and complete incident/accident reports as necessary.
- Maintain professionalism and model YMCA core values in all interactions.
- Build effective, authentic relationships with participants and encourage long-term engagement in YMCA aquatics programs.
- Adhere to policies related to boundaries with members, volunteers, staff, and participants.
- Attend required Abuse Risk Management training and adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising members and participants.
- The position is identified as safety sensitive and subject to required, random drug testing.
- Attend staff meetings and training courses as scheduled.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
- Emotional Maturity
- Communication
- Critical Thinking and Decision Making
QUALICATIONS:
- 2–5 years of swim coaching experience preferred.
- Strong preference for candidates with a competitive swim background.
- Strong interpersonal and motivational skills working with adult and advanced swimmers.
- Demonstrated proficiency in advanced stroke mechanics, starts, turns, and conditioning.
- Current YMCA Swim Instructor certification or WSI certification preferred (or willingness to obtain within the designated timeframe).
- Must have a CPR/AED and First Aid Certification OR certified within 90 days of employment.
- Ability to demonstrate advanced swim skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
RISK & COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations and follow mandated abuse reporting procedures.
- Respond promptly and confidentially to concerns or policy violations and follow required reporting protocols.
- Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, best practices, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures, and support the association’s philanthropy efforts.
- Adhere to policies related to boundaries with members, volunteers, staff, and participants.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Ability to demonstrate advanced swim techniques and provide in-water instruction as needed.
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds.
- Must be in good physical condition to demonstrate swimming techniques.
- Ability to work in a humid, loud, and active pool environment.
COMPANY BENEFITS:
- YMCA Membership: Enjoy access to our YMCA facilities at no cost.
- 25% Discount on various YMCA Programs
- Employee Referral Bonus: Earn rewards for referring to qualified candidates.
- Employee Discounts: Access exclusive discounts on various products and services.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Eligibility after 90 days of employment.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Schedule is determined by program demand. Hours are assigned as needed, primarily on weekend mornings and/or afternoons. Session times may vary, with the possibility of additional hours based on enrollment and program growth. The schedule is subject to change.
HOURLY PAY RATE: $24.00- $27.00
Salary : $24 - $27