Swim Instructor

Youth Program Instructor - Swim

Part-Time, Non-Exempt Position; YMCA of Greater nashua

Merrimack Branch

Part-time schedule is based on swim lesson terms.  Weekdays and weekends.

Learn, Grow and Thrive with a career at the Y

Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community. Working at the Y, you’ll discover more than a job—you’ll enjoy a career with a future and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of those around you.

Position Summary:  

Under the direct supervision of the Aquatics Director, the swim instructor is to provide the safest possible environment for YMCA members and participants in the pool area while teaching appropriate skills according to the YMCA guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

If you love teaching new skills, have great energy, and love working with kids, this is for you! Swim instructors supervise swimmers, minimize dangers, educate members about water safety, Not sure how to teach swim lessons? We'll show you how!

Qualifications:

• Minimum age of 16
• Ability to pass swim test
• Remain alert & hear noises and distinguish distress signals
• Communicate verbally including projecting voice across distance in normal and
• loud situations.
• Demonstrate instructional skills in accordance with YMCA or Red Cross standards.
• Have fun working with children and families and be friendly, engaging and nurturing.

On-the-Job Training:  We will train you!

• Swimming lessons to help properly demonstrate and teaching the proper technique of strokes (Butterfly, Backstroke,Breaststroke, Freestyle, Sidestroke &/or Elementary Backstroke)
• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid * Preferred but not required.
• YSL or WSI swim lesson certification *Preferred but not Required

Essential Functions:

• Be properly dressed and on deck ready to work 10 minutes prior to scheduled start time.
• Ensure the safety of members and participants by enforcing established pool, diving and lap rules.
• Responsible for substitutes to cover scheduled shifts in the case of an absence and communicating coverage to supervisor.
• Connect with members and program participants in a friendly and caring manner.
• Begin and end class on time.
• Take attendance at the beginning of each class.
• Explain pool rules, aquatic policies, and instructional plan to parents and participants.
• Distribute level slips to participants prior to the following session’s registration dates.
• Maintain lesson plans/skill sheets in such a manner that a trained substitute can perform your duties in your absence.
• Keep record of progress, fill out progress reports and distribute on the last day of class.
• Teach according to the YMCA of the USA national guidelines for swimming.
• Responsible for setting out and picking up equipment before and after class.
• Never leave a class unattended.
• Never send a child into the locker room unsupervised. Bathroom breaks should be handled by parent/guardian. 
• Ensure each child exits the water and enters the care of a parent/guardian after class.
• Support the lifeguard team in the event of an emergency.
• Perform other appropriate duties as assigned.

YMCA Competencies:

• Relationships: Builds rapport and relates well to others
• Inclusion: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions and perceptions.
• Innovation: Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
• Quality Results: Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
• Self-Development: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.

Our Culture:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.