Demo

Year-Round Swim Instructor

YMCA
Crystal Lake, IL Part Time
POSTED ON 3/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/20/2026

Looking for a fun, flexible job where you can stay active, make a difference, and enjoy great perks? Join our team as a Swim Instructor and become a community hero! 

Why This Job Is for YOU: 

  • Great Pay: Starting at $18.00/hour
  • All Ages Welcome: Whether you’re 15 or 50 , this is the perfect job for students, retirees, and everyone in between 
  • Flexible Hours: Work around school, family, or other commitments. Looking for help Monday, Wednesday, and/or Thursday 3:45-7:45pm year-round 
  • No Experience Needed: We’ll provide free training and certification! 
  • Free YMCA Membership: Enjoy access to our facilities and discounts on programs 
  • Build Your Future: Gain skills, certifications, and opportunities to grow your career 

            What You’ll Do: 

            • Teach swim skills to kids and adults, helping them gain confidence in the water.
            • Deliver excellent customer service to our members and guests 

            Requirements:

            • Must be at least 16 years old  
            • Current certification YMCA Swim Lessons or ARC Water Safety Instructor, CPR, First Aid, AED and Oxygen certification or must successfully complete the YMCA’s Aquatics Academy training program resulting in certification 
            • Passion for working with diverse youth and ability to provide a high-quality of instruction using age-appropriate practices 
            • Meets physical qualifications required for certification in job 

            Why Join Us? 

            Be part of a welcoming, mission-driven team that values your time, skills, and passion for helping others. Whether you’re starting your first job or looking for a meaningful way to stay active, this role is for you. 

            Apply today and make a splash—your community needs you!

            Child Abuse Prevention - Supports the YMCA’s commitment to child abuse prevention by

            • Reporting any items that may provide a health or safety hazard to staff, members or guests to your supervisor
            • Following all policies and procedures related to keeping children safe in our facilities and programs, including those related to the monitoring and supervision of children
            • Reporting any suspicious behavior and violation of policy and procedures to your supervisor
            • Completing all child abuse prevention training as required

            Salary : $18

            If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
            Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets
            Employees: Get a Salary Increase
            View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

            Job openings at YMCA

            • YMCA Hoover, AL
            • Turn your passion for aquatics into leadership and help create a safe, fun, and welcoming environment for every swimmer who walks through our doors. The YM... more
            • 6 Days Ago

            • YMCA Burlington, WI
            • YMCA Camp MacLean is hiring part-time Maintenance Assistants to perform general maintenance to keep all facilities, grounds and equipment in safe working o... more
            • 6 Days Ago

            • YMCA Lac du Flambeau, WI
            • YMCA Family Camp Nawakwa is now hiring Family Camp Counselors for the 2026 season! Family Camp Nawakwa is one of a handful of quality YMCA Family Camps in ... more
            • 6 Days Ago

            • YMCA Downers Grove, IL
            • We are looking for energetic, creative, and enthusiastic Personal Trainers to join the YMCA team. This position is great for candidates looking to impact a... more
            • 6 Days Ago


            Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Year-Round Swim Instructor jobs in the Crystal Lake, IL area that may be a better fit.

            • YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago Crystal Lake, IL
            • Looking for a fun, flexible job where you can stay active, make a difference, and enjoy great perks? Join our team as a Lifeguard and become a community he... more
            • 7 Days Ago

            • YMCA Crystal Lake, IL
            • Looking for a fun, flexible job where you can stay active, make a difference, and enjoy great perks? Join our team as a Lifeguard and become a community he... more
            • 28 Days Ago

            AI Assistant is available now!

            Feel free to start your new journey!