Swim Instructor

The Swim Lessons Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality, safety-focused swim instruction to participants of all ages and skill levels. This role goes beyond basic supervision and requires active teaching, clear communication, and the ability to adapt instruction to meet individual swimmer needs. Instructors are expected to create a positive, structured, and engaging learning environment while maintaining consistent class management, enforcing safety protocols, and upholding program standards. A successful instructor demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and a commitment to helping swimmers build confidence, develop proper technique, and progress through the program with measurable growth. They will provide direct supervision of a group of all ages during the sports activities, while providing a quality experience to children and parents focused on YMCA core values: Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Caring. The Gallatin Valley YMCA reserves the right to terminate contracts with one week’s written notice should circumstances dictate a need to reduce services or close sports programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Swim Instructor is expected to maintain a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcome and respect all individuals and provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students in swim classes

The Swim Instructor will be required to:

1. Instruct swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and support members and program participants in achieving their goals.
2. Develop and maintain positive relationships with volunteers, members or program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages parent or caregiver involvement.
3. Convey information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs.
4. Maintain records as required (e.g., attendance, progress reports).
5. Additional assigned tasks
6. Adhere to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
7. Attends staff meetings and training as scheduled.
8. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.
10. Complete timesheets on a daily basis.
11. Builds positive relationships with members and children in the program.
12. Assume all other duties and assignments are deemed appropriate.