Swim Instructor

Swim Instructor

Grand Lake Health/Premier Health South YMCA

Minster, OH

Part-Time/ Non-Exempt

$11.00-$13.20/Hourly

Position Summary: 

Responsible for providing excellent and safe instruction, motivation, and support to YMCA members and program participants in programs.

At the YMCA, We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Essential Functions:

• Leads swim instruction sessions in accordance with YMCA standards and guidelines
• Ensures safety by communicating and enforcing pool rules, policies, and guidelines
• Trains participants in a manner that is both demonstrative and professional
• Set up and stores needed equipment 
• Begins and ends every session on time
• Takes attendance of class each time class is held
• Provides excellent member service
• Promotes aquatics and other YMCA programs
• Communicates any concerns or incidents to supervisor 
• Communicates any suggestions to improve the aquatics facility.
• Knows and administers the appropriate EAP (emergency action plan) for any situation
• Completes incident and accident reports as required.
• Knows the names of members and uses their names when speaking with them.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of six months related swim instruction experience preferred but not required
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
  • Individuals who are 15 years of age may be considered for a Swim Instructor Assistant