Demo

Swim Instructor

West Suburban YMCA | Newton, MA
Newton, MA Part Time
POSTED ON 6/10/2026 CLOSED ON 7/18/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Swim Instructor position at West Suburban YMCA | Newton, MA?

The WSYMCA is seeking experienced Swim Instructors to join our team at our Church St and Wells Ave locations!




 Starting pay at $15.50, dependent upon experience, certifications and education. 


FREE MEMBERSHIP!


INCLUSIVE, FUN AND WELCOMING CULTURE!


SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT WHERE ALL TEAM MEMBERS THRIVE!


POSITION SUMMARY:


Provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:


1. Instructs swim lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines (i.e. keeping swimmers safe, challenged, and actively engaged, maintain a safe swimming environment, and enforcing pool rules & policies), having prepared lesson plans accordingly.


2. Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourage parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.


3. Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules; and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs.


4. Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.)


5. Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.


6. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports, as necessary.


7. Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.


8. Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.


9. Willingness to accept responsibilities and duties other than those assigned.


QUALIFICATIONS:


1. Minimum age of 15.


2. Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen.


3. Must be able to demonstrate all stokes and swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.


4. Current American Red Cross Lifeguard, or equivalent preferred.


5. YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent preferred.


Physical Demands:


1. Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke technique.


2. Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.


3. Ability to swim and demonstrate all strokes and skills.


The West Suburban YMCA is a charitable organization that welcomes all by creating a community that hires individuals of any age, race, gender, religion, heritage, economic circumstance, or physical ability. We focus on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility to ensure all children, adults and families are healthy, confident and connected.  





*After completing the application process, you will have the opportunity to complete your Talent Profile by joining our Talent Community!  

Salary : $15 - $16

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Swim Instructor?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Swim Instructor career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$40,727 - $62,445
Income Estimation: 
$75,964 - $125,537
Income Estimation: 
$86,085 - $140,434
Income Estimation: 
$52,402 - $79,389
Income Estimation: 
$71,017 - $119,813
This job has expired.
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Swim Instructor jobs in the Newton, MA area that may be a better fit.

  • British Swim School of Greater Boston Stoneham, MA
  • If your your current job offers you: Broken promises Toxic coworkers Disrespectful managers Unfulfilling work Unfair pay We have good news! You can escape ... more
  • 7 Days Ago

  • British Swim School of Greater Boston Saugus, MA
  • If your your current job offers you: Broken promises Toxic coworkers Disrespectful managers Unfulfilling work Unfair pay We have good news! You can escape ... more
  • Just Posted

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!