Swim Instructor - Barco Newton - Ymca

Can you imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively affects the lives of the people in your community?

Position Summary: Provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes.

Essential Functions:

• Instructs swimming lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.

• Develops positive relationships with members and participants and provides motivational support and guidance.

• Encourages member and parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.

• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers members and participants to other programs.

• Maintains records as required (i.e., attendance, progress reports, etc.).

• Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.

• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.

• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.

• Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.

• Ensures all First Coast YMCA standards and best practices are implemented and followed.

• Applies YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to best practices, emergency procedures, medical and disciplinary situations and child abuse prevention.

• Ensures the health and safety of all members/guests.

• Inspect physical space to ensure the safety, orderliness, sanitation and cleanliness of facilities.

• Proficient in 4 of the 6 basic swim strokes but we will try to do them all (please come with a good attitude and sense of humor and this portion will be funJ)

• Front Crawl 25 yards

• Breast Stroke 25 yards

• Side Stroke 25 yards

• Butterfly 25 yards

• Elementary Backstroke 25 yards

• Backstroke 25 yards

• Tread Water for 2 minutes showing proficiency in:

• Whip kick

• Scissor kick

NOTE: This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

YMCA Competencies (Leader):

• Values: Accepts and demonstrates the Y's values.

• Developing Others: Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

• Decision-Making: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.

• 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.

• Emotional Maturity: Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships.

THE YMCA will pay for your certifications

Qualifications:

• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, O2, First Aid certification.

• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

• YMCA Swim Instructor certification.4. At least 16 years of age.

Physical Demands: Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques. Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.