Water Safety Instructor

Job Classification: Per Diem, Non-Exempt

Reports to: Program Director

Salary - Wage: $30/hour for group lessons, $40/hour for individual lessons

The 14th Street Y is a vibrant Jewish community center located in Downtown Manhattan. Each year, tens of thousands of New Yorkers of all ages, races, and ethnicities come to 14Y as members, visitors, or partners to experience our high quality and varied programs centered around arts and culture, early childhood education, summer camps, fitness and aquatics, Jewish life, and older adult services                                                                                                                                                                             

EdAlliance “Perks” 

JOB PURPOSE 

Teach Learn to Swim classes and water safety according to our program standards and Aquatic industry standards. Ensure health and safety of all clients in the pool and surrounding areas. 

SCOPE OF INFLUENCE 

• Partners with internal and external customers  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES 

Job Area/Function 1 (90%)

• Must have a current WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR certification through duration of employment
• Teach Learn to swim group and individual classes as scheduled.
• Be responsible for safety of students
• Assess abilities of students to ensure appropriate level placement
• Ensure a positive learn to swim environment 
• Be in the water with all classes 
• Deliver excellent customer service to all members and clients at the 14th Street Y at all times.
• Guide customers in regards to established Aquatics protocols and proceedures .

Job Area/Function 2 (10%)

• Develop professional relationships with co-workers, participants and guests.
• Attend Aquatics Staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Required Knowledge 

• Water Safety Instructor certification required.
• Current Life Guard, CPR, and First Aid certifications a plus
• Excellent customer service skills handling matters in courteous and friendly manner
• Ability to work early morning, evening and weekend schedule required (Between 10 – 17 hours a week)
• Team player and a passion to build relationships with individuals 
• Knowledge of Aquatics industry practices
• Proactive, hands on approach, as well as a professional work ethic
• Self-motivated, highly efficient, strong attention to details
• Ability to work in high pressure environment autonomously  

Role Key Competencies 

• Safety Awareness
• Customer Focus
• Communication
• Proactive
• Problem solving 

Limitations and Disclaimer  

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

EEO Info

Educational Alliance is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Educational Alliance takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. 

Educational Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

For further information about Educational Alliance, please visit https://edalliance.org