Swim Instructor Assistant

GENERAL FUNCTION:

Provides direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for students in swimming classes. Helps create a positive experience with the students in the swimming classes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Instruct swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines.
• Learn to prepare swim lessons plans for assigned classes.
• Build effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA.
• Encourage parent involvement with the students for swim lessons.
• Maintain records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.)
• Responsible for turning in availability for schedule at least four weeks before the first week of the swim session.
• Attending all staff meetings, in-service training, and completing Redwood’s training and mandatory meetings.
• Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
• Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Organize and put away needed class equipment. Report damaged equipment.
• If sick or another event occurs a 4 hour call off is required. Finding a substitute/assist if not able to work.
• Appropriate swim attire full coverage one or two piece.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to instruct and identify proper stroke techniques.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.
• No cell phones/smart watches (IOS or Android) are permitted during shifts.

EFFECT ON END RESULTS:

• Aquatic environment will be safer.
• The YMCA will gain and retain members.
• YMCA programs will grow.
• YMCA members will become more engaged in the YMCA mission.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age of 15.
• Be available days, evenings, and weekends to help with swim programs.
• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills.
• Proficient swim class management skills.
• CPR/AED/First Aid training.
• American Red Cross Basic Swim Instructor Certification.
• Must be available for complete swim lesson session.