Swim Instructor

JCC Greater Boston is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor. This position is a great opportunity for someone who thrives on making a difference and has experience in teaching skills that enrich the lives of others. He/She/They will also assist with customer communications and administrative tasks. JCC Greater Boston is a vibrant, welcoming workplace with a strong feeling of teamwork and a shared sense of making a difference.

Swim instructors do not need to be experienced trainers. He/She/They must like children and be willing to guide them through a carefully designed program, boosting confidence and skills. The Aquatics Department teaches our swim instructors in the Lenny Krazelberg style and provides significant team support.

This position will pay $25 - $35/hr. as a starting salary. The salary offered will ultimately be determined by the hours the employee will work, the scope of the position, the candidate’s relevant experience, and internal equity. Are you seeking a chance to use your swimming skills as part of a winning team? Apply today!

Responsibilities

Ensure the safety of every pool patron through education and attentiveness

• Teach swimmers (children and adults) using predesigned lessons. Sessions may be with individuals or groups. Lessons may require hands on work in the pool with young children.
• Build swimmers’ confidence, skills, and love of swimming
• Track skill development through record keeping
• Set up and break down equipment
• Enforce the rules and regulations of the pools consistently
• Maintain good working relationships with staff members, maintenance personnel, and administrative personnel
• Resolve member concerns in a professional manner or escalate them, as appropriate
• Develop professional relationships with members

• Attend all mandatory trainings and in-services
• Support JCC goals and objectives
• Other activities, as required by the organization

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Current/valid American Red Cross Lifeguard certification, with CPR, AED, and First Aid.
• Must be 16 years of age or older at the time of hire.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC’s discretion to meet minimum criteria.

Skills & Abilities:

• Good communication skills with children
• Models a strong team player approach
• Committed to delivering quality customer service
• Highly dependable
• Personable and friendly
• Can build strong relationships with students
• Willing to follow directions from supervisors and follow protocols

Physical Requirements

Is able to:

Cognitive

• see, hear, and cognitively recognize situations requiring lifeguarding services
• make safety-related decisions
• communicate with community members and coworkers in person effectively, over email, and on the phone
• read, write, understand, and speak English

Physical

• work in a high temperature and high humidity environment for extended periods
• stand, sit and lay on the pool deck while moving their body in a way similar to how the participants in the water should (demonstrating)
• vision requirements include the ability to read routine and technical documents, use a computer, and answer a telephone
• stand, walk, sit, stoop, and kneel frequently
• be in the pool for 2+ hours

• maintain an appropriate level of fitness to competently perform all job-related tasks including the ability to 1) swim distances of 25 meters, 2) dive to pool depth of 6 feet or more, and 3) lift 50 pounds or more

• hold a child in the water

ADA Statement: Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Organization Information

Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to its mission of creating a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse community by nurturing meaningful and lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connection, learning and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.

JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey staff gave a rating of close to 90% positive for their experiences of direct management and organizational alignment. If you are interested in upgrading your working experience and/or having a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!

The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all.

To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.bostonjcc.org/careers/

JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

Benefits

Perks!

Eligible for complimentary Individual JCC membership, which includes:  

·       Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman

·       Access to group fit classes, Arts & Culture adult programming at member rates,

·       Membership discounts off of other programs and services

A Great Place to Work!

JCC Greater Boston is consciously evolving as a great place to work! In our recent 2023 employee engagement survey, at least 88% of our staff gave us top ratings on:

·       Supportive colleagues

·       Team camaraderie

·       How their managers treat them.

·       Individual autonomy

·       Knowing what their work contributes to and how it impacts others

·       Pride in working for the JCC

·       Program and service quality

·       Holding ourselves accountable

Our staff and leadership bring experience, excellence, and commitment to everything we offer and we are committed to a culture where all our employees may thrive.

Our culture is built on our values, driven by our mission, and nurtured through the expert contributions of our professionals.