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Swim Instructor

YWCA and Careers
Clinton, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2026

We are looking to hire a swim instructor to help children of all ages develop proper swimming techniques and skills. The swim instructor’s responsibilities include evaluating each student’s performance during swim sessions and providing feedback, completing attendance, progress, and accident reports, and ensuring that all swimming aids and equipment are in good working order.

To be successful as a swim instructor, you should demonstrate patience and enthusiasm and be able to motivate students to accomplish their swimming goals. Ultimately, an exceptional swim instructor should be able to communicate effectively with students and ensure that all water safety rules are adhered to.
Swim Instructor Responsibilities:

  • Teaching swimming techniques, swimming strokes, and water safety rules to students with varying swimming abilities.
  • Assisting more experienced swimmers to enhance their swimming abilities.
  • Assessing the progress of students and adjusting teaching techniques accordingly.
  • Monitoring students to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Implementing ground rules for each swim session.
  • Identifying incorrect swimming techniques and correcting students accordingly.

Swim Instructor Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • CPR, First Aid (we offer training).
  • Sound knowledge of proper swimming techniques and water safety rules.
  • Strong swimming abilities.
  • Excellent conflict resolution skills.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Passionate and enthusiastic.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $9.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $9

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