Swim Instructor

Are you a water enthusiast with a passion for teaching? We're seeking outgoing Swim Instructors who love guiding children and adults toward their swimming goals, setting them up for success in and out of the water. In this exciting role, you'll not only teach water acclimation and safety but also help students master water movement, build stamina, and perfect stroke mechanics. We empower thousands of individuals each year to embrace swimming as both a playful pastime and lifelong exercise.

If you're passionate about spreading the love of swimming to all ages, enjoy witnessing others succeed, and thrive in a dynamic environment, you're the perfect fit for us. As a Swim Instructor, you'll lead engaging classes for 1-3 participants aged 3 and up, guiding them through the ins and outs of swimming with confidence and joy. Safety is paramount in your work, and you'll ensure participants flourish in the aquatic environment.

You'll also have the opportunity to teach parent/child classes, inspiring up to 20 participants to embrace the water together. Join us and make a splash as you share the gift of swimming with our community!

Hiring Range: $20/hour - $22/hour DOE for 18 years or older; $19.97/hour for under.

We can help you obtain the necessary certifications if you don't currently have them.

Don't hesitate to apply if you're interested!

Responsibilities

• Instructs swimming lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines.
• Assists with maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, on deck and surrounding areas.
• Develops positive relationships with participants and parents encouraging involvement and identifying potential volunteers.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.
• Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Responds to emergency situations as needed. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
• Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
• Conveys basic information on YMCA programs and schedules to members and, as appropriate, refers members to other YMCA Total Health programs and/or staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

You are 16 years of age or older and have:

• Demonstrated ability to assist children and others in the development of swimming skills.
• Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.
• Ability to teach skills to others.
• Ability to pass a swim competency test.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current state approved first-aid certification*
• Knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.

Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

What you'll get from working at The Y

• Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO)

https://external-seattleymca.icims.com/jobs/15333/swim-instructor---aquatics-i/job

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Gym membership
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Grade levels:

• Elementary school
• High school
• Kindergarten
• Middle school

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• What interests you about being a Swim Instructor with the YMCA?
• On a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being highest), please rate your swimming skills, and explain why you picked that rating.
• YMCA programs and facilities operate weekdays, evenings, and weekends. What is your available work schedule? Are you looking for ongoing work, or just seasonal work? (Please include any seasonal sports, clubs, extended vacations, how many hours you could work per week.)
• The hiring range for this role is $19.97/hr for minors, and $20-$22/hr for applicants who are 18 or older. Are you comfortable moving forward?
• All individuals hired by the YMCA of Greater Seattle must complete a background check (and on safety-sensitive driving positions, drug tests) as part of the post-offer onboarding process. Criminal backgrounds will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis; a positive drug test result (including marijuana) for any safety-sensitive positions requiring driving will likely result in the withdrawal of a job offer. Please answer “I understand” to acknowledge these requirements.
• This position has an age requirement of 16 year of age or older. Do you meet the age requirements for this job?
• Do you speak another language besides English? If yes, please list them below:
• Do you consent to receiving text messages though our Applicant Tracking System, ICIMS, from our Human Resources team for updates or questions regarding your application or employment status?
• Are you a relative or household member of another employee in the same branch/location. If yes, please list employee's name.
• If not listed on your resume, please provide your personal email.

Ability to Commute:

• Seattle, WA 98126 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Seattle, WA 98126: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person