Summer Swim Instructor
FAMILY YMCA OF BARTLESVILLE
Location
Bartlesville, Oklahoma
Salary
$11 - $12 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching swimming lessons following the YMCA curriculum, providing direct leadership, instruction, and motivation to students. This role also requires ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants by enforcing established policies and reporting injuries.
Requirements summary
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and must possess current CPR/AED/First Aid/O2 Certification, along with the ability to demonstrate required swim instructor skills. The instructor must promote swimming as a lifetime sport and adhere to the five components of YMCA Swim Lessons in their teaching.
Job description
Description JOB TITLE
- Swim
- Instructor
- Reports to:
- Program
- Director and/or as assigned
- FLSA
- TYPE: Non-Exempt, Hourly
Job purpose
Under the direction of the assigned supervisor, the Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching swimming lessons in accordance with the design provided by the Family YMCA of Bartlesville and the YMCA of the USA. Provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes. All staff must strive to work cooperatively with fellow employees to achieve the goals and objectives of the YMCA.
PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (not a complete list)
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all members, participants, and employees by interpreting and enforcing all policies established by the YMCA.
- Obtain & maintain all required certifications, assuring that there is no lapse of certification Carry out all swimming instruction following the curriculum and standards of Y-USA and the Family YMCA of Bartlesville.
- Accurately demonstrate progressive swimming skills Attend all staff meetings and training sessions as required.
- Accurately document participant skill, achievement and attendance.
- Enforce swimming pool safety rules and properly report and treat injuries.
- Be alert, friendly and responsive to participants, parents and co-workers.
- Demonstrate relationship building skills in all interactions.
- Carry out other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Required: At least 16 years of age Promote swimming as a lifetime sport for everyone Each lesson shall consist of a combination of the five components of YMCA Swim Lessons: personal safety, stroke development, water sports and games, personal growth and rescue. Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards. Current CPR/AED/First Aid/O2 Certification. Bilingual abilities are a plus
