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Swim Instructor and Swim Instructor Assistant

YMCA of Greater Erie
Erie, PA Temporary
POSTED ON 4/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2026

Are you a student looking for a summer job? Are you at least 15 years old? The YMCA of Greater Erie is looking to hire Swim Instructors and Swim Instructor Aides. Spend your summer in the water. No experience needed!


A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SWIM INSTRUCTOR

As a YMCA of Greater Erie Swim Instructor, you provide swimming and water safety instruction to students of all ages. You have effective, positive relationships with the members and participants by ensuring a positive and enriching experience for all involved. Always alert, you maintain constant supervision of students and complete progress reports. You are careful to act as a role model for the youth at all times!

You are friendly and patient as you implement program activities with different age groups. You must be able to remain in water averaging 80-90 degrees, or an air temperature of greater than 65 degrees. You are also conscientious about keeping records up to date and accurate by reporting to your supervisor. As someone who loves your job, you happily attend and participate in all training and in-service events as required.


Swim Instructor position pays $10.98-$16.48/hour depending on experience.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A SWIM INSTRUCTOR

  • At least 16 years of age
  • Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen within 60 days of hire date.
  • YMCA Swim Instructor Certification or equivalent / Certification class coming in May
  • Must demonstrate Swim Instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
  • Required to get Act 33, Act 34 and FBI clearances.
  • New Employee Orientation- YUSA, Mandated Reporter, and child abuse prevention training within 60 days of hire date
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Swim instructor assistant position pays $8.00 - $13.87/hour depending on experience.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A SWIM INSTRUCTOR ASSISTANT

  • Minimum age 15 years old.
  • Show proficiency in 4 of 6 strokes (front crawl, back crawl, breast stroke, side stroke, butterfly and elementary backstroke)
  • Good human relation skills.

Are you a people person who especially enjoys being around the pool in a recreational setting? Are you patient and able to recognize distress signals? If so, you might just be perfect for this position!


WORK SCHEDULE

This typical schedule for this position is 5-40 hours per week depending on your availability


ABOUT YMCA OF GREATER ERIE

We are a nonprofit organization with a focus on healthy living, social responsibility, and youth development. Our cause is to strengthen the community. We serve a diverse population of men, women, and children with an emphasis on families. Our membership is 21 million strong and spread across more than 2,600 Y associations nationwide. Here, locally, our four membership branches, outdoor recreation center, nine early and school-age education program centers, and community outreach programs serve more than 35,000.

We value our people. Working for us means you'll enjoy a great work-life balance and be treated with respect. We offer competitive wage and benefit packages for full and part-time employees. We truly believe that the YMCA is for all people, and that shows in our staffing. Here, you will be able to put your experiences, abilities, and energy to work as you impact the lives of those around you.

Some of the benefits that we offer, depending on your position and schedule, include health & dental insurance, disability and life insurance, a funded retirement plan, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), a free YMCA membership, discounted program fees including childcare, and a flexible work schedule. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you to use and expand your skills, apply today!


READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this part-time swim instructor position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: 16502, 16508

Salary : $8 - $14

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