Swim Instructor - YMCA

Swim Instructor (Part-Time)

W. Dale Brougher Foundation YMCA | Shrewsbury, PA
$12.00-$14.00 per hour

Help Swimmers Build Confidence, Skills, and Lifelong Water Safety Habits

The W. Dale Brougher Foundation YMCA is seeking enthusiastic and dependable Swim Instructors to provide engaging, high-quality swim lessons for participants of all ages and skill levels. If you enjoy working with children and families, teaching essential life skills, and creating a positive learning environment, this is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact in your community.

Essential Responsibilities

• Teach YMCA swim lessons according to established curriculum guidelines and participant skill levels.
• Provide instruction in water safety, stroke development, and swimming fundamentals.
• Create a positive, encouraging atmosphere that promotes confidence, skill development, and participant success.
• Build strong relationships with swimmers, parents, and caregivers through clear communication and regular feedback.
• Monitor participant progress and provide appropriate skill evaluations and advancement recommendations.
• Maintain accurate attendance records, class documentation, certificates, and required program paperwork.
• Follow all YMCA policies, safety standards, and emergency procedures.
• Complete incident and accident reports when necessary.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and in-service sessions to maintain program quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Current CPR Pro and First Aid certifications required or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Mandated Reporter Certification required.
• PA State Police Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI Fingerprint Clearance required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create an inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environment.
• Experience teaching, coaching, or working with children is preferred but not required.

CompensationSchedule

$12.00-$14.00 per hour

Part-time schedule including:

• Weekday afternoons and evenings
• Weekend mornings

Benefits

• FREE access to fitness centers and pools at all YMCA of the Roses locations.
• Discounts on YMCA programs and lessons.
• FREE Child Watch services (up to 3 hours per day while working, when available).

Why You'll Love This Role

Every lesson is an opportunity to help someone achieve a milestone. Whether you're teaching a young swimmer to feel comfortable in the water, helping a participant master a new skill, or encouraging a student to reach the next level, you'll play an important role in building confidence and promoting water safety. Working alongside a supportive aquatics team, you'll help create a welcoming environment where swimmers can learn, grow, and succeed.

Join Our Team

If you're passionate about teaching, water safety, and making a positive impact, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and help swimmers at the W. Dale Brougher Foundation YMCA gain the confidence and skills they need to succeed in the water.