Aquatics - Swim Instructor: Parent/Child & Pre-K Specialist
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The Manhattan Youth Downtown Community Center is seeking a qualified, experienced Parent/Child & Pre-K Swim Instructor to join our Aquatics team. Our program offers classes for swimmers of all ages and abilities, from infants through adults. Our teaching philosophy follows a child-centered approach, fostering joy and love for swimming. Swim Instructors are expected to create a positive and supportive learning environment.
The Parent/Child & Pre-K Swim Instructor must be comfortable teaching a wide variety of swim lessons for ages 6mo-5yrs. This includes parent/child songs classes for infants, structured learn-to-swim parent/child classes for older toddlers, and private or small-group lessons for preschool age groups.
Candidates must be punctual, reliable, personable, and have a strong desire to work with children and families. They must be comfortable leading and interacting with a group of parents, providing support, guidance, and feedback.
The Parent/Child & Pre-K Swim Instructor must be comfortable teaching a wide variety of swim lessons for ages 6mo-5yrs. This includes parent/child songs classes for infants, structured learn-to-swim parent/child classes for older toddlers, and private or small-group lessons for preschool age groups.
Candidates must be punctual, reliable, personable, and have a strong desire to work with children and families. They must be comfortable leading and interacting with a group of parents, providing support, guidance, and feedback.
We are specifically looking for candidates with weekend availability (Saturdays, Sundays, or both). Please indicate your availability when applying.
- Plan lessons, select age-appropriate activities and evaluate children’s swim levels and progress
- Follow a structured swim lesson curriculum emphasizing fun, safety, and skill progression
- Provide positive feedback and adjust lessons as needed to address individual needs
- Maintain ongoing communication with deck supervisor and administrative personnel
- Maintain a positive and energetic attitude and exhibit passion for teaching swimming
- Ensure a safe, clean, and organized pool environment
- Wear appropriate attire
- Attend in-service training sessions and staff meetings
- Perform other job-related duties as required
- Expertise working with children ages 6mo-5yrs, and at least 3+ years of experience teaching parent/child classes
- Ability to form positive, supportive relationships with both children and adults
- Enthusiastic attitude and team-player mindset
- Must be open to a collaborative environment and daily feedback from our leadership team
- WSI Certification or equivalent experience is a plus
- Commitment to Manhattan Youth’s mission and a strong desire to work with children and families