Swim Instructor

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Ocean County YMCA

• TOMS RIVER, NJ, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $17.00 - $22.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Come join our aquatics team as a Swim Instructor! This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Direct supervision, teaching, curriculum and class management of group swim lessons. Maintains safe swimming conditions in the pool, on the pool deck, and surrounding areas. Creates a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly. Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers. Adhere to policies related to boundaries with youth.

Complete required abuse risk management training. Follow mandated abuse reporting procedures, including reporting suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations. Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents 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.

Qualifications

Requirements

Minimum age of 16. YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent within 6 months Previous recreational or competitive swimming experience a plus Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

Benefits

Bi-weekly paycheck and direct deposit. Free membership at the OCYMCA if working 5+ hours a week. Free or discounted fitness classes and programs. Voluntary AFLAC insurance 403(B) Savings Plan Product/service discount program And more!