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Swim Instructor

YWCA and Careers
Saint Paul, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2026

PT Swim Instructor

Have you been on a swimming team or taught swimming lessons?

Come teach swimming lessons with us and make a difference in our community!

We are hiring multiple swim instructors with experience teaching swimming lessons on weekends, with more opportunities and hours in the summer!

Swim Instructors will work various shifts teaching private and group swim lessons. Swim Instructors are responsible for providing swimming instruction to all ages, following YWCA St Paul swim lesson guidelines while providing excellent customer service, promoting member safety and satisfaction, and ensuring an enjoyable experience.

In this position you will:

· Instruct individual and group swim lessons at all levels (parent-tot to adult), with the ability to demonstrate skills

· Regularly communicate with parent/guardian regarding progress updates

· Evaluate students and recommend placements for future classes

· Know and understand all emergency procedures and respond to emergency situations immediately

· Understand and communicate policies and guidelines for the pool and whirlpool

· Administer first aid as needed

· Completed all required administrative work

Qualifications:

  • Minimum age of 15 with the ability to teach groups up to 9 students
  • Experience teaching swimming lessons/certification preferred
  • Flexibility in combining multiple ages, levels, and abilities, as needed
  • Demonstrated ability to recognize and remedy unsafe situations and swimmers needing assistance
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills with all ages
  • Ability to work and effectively communicate with diverse groups
  • Commitment to providing exceptional customer service to members and guests

The pay range for this position is $16-$17.50 per hour based on experience.

Come join our team at the YWCA St. Paul and be a part of an organization that is making a difference in our community. The YWCA St. Paul is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference and work in a collaborate environment where we celebrate and appreciate each other, please complete the Employment Application at: https://www.ywcastpaul.org/careers. Send application and resume to:hr@ywcastpaul.org

YWCA St. Paul, 375 Selby Ave., St. Paul, MN 55102

The YWCA St. Paul is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Participates in the E-Verify Program.

Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal

Pay: $16.00 - $17.50 per hour

Schedule:

  • After school

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Saint Paul, MN 55102

Salary : $16 - $18

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