What are the responsibilities and job description for the Swim Instructor - Parker Hannifin YMCA position at YMCA of Greater Cleveland?
Swim instructors plan and deliver effective, engaging swim instruction, using the Y of the USA swim curriculum, in a designated program area for YMCA members, program participants and non-members. A successful candidate must be knowledgeable, punctual, professional, and enthusiastically interact with class participants.
Essential Functions
Essential Functions
- Demonstrate skills and explain them clearly to class members.
- Plan each teaching class and instruct at the appropriate skill and age level for the class.
- Observe all YMCA attendance and safety rules when teaching classes.
- Maintain positive rapport with participants and parents of participants.
- Conduct classes in accordance with YMCA of Cleveland standards and guidelines.
- Responsible for participant safety and understands emergency procedures.
- Evaluate swimming skills and place participants in appropriate class
- Demonstrated public speaking ability and customer service orientation towards individuals and groups of people.
- At least 6 months of instructor experience in designated aquatic area preferred
- CPR and First Aid certification and Safety training required within (3 months) 90 days of hire.
- Current swim instructor (WSI or YSI) certification preferred prior to hire. Or must be obtained within the first (3 months) 90 days of hire.
