Swim Instructor-ME Lyons YMCA

The YMCA strives to help individuals reach goals, make friends, and find a place to belong. We do so by being welcoming: open to all, genuine: embracing individuality, hopeful: believe in people’s potential, nurturing: supporting well-being journeys, and determined: relentless to make people stronger.

Key Responsibilities

· Instruct swimming lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.

· Models equity, inclusion and cultural competence in developing positive relationships with participants and provides motivations support and guidance.

· Encourages member and parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.

· Conveys basic information regarding aquatic programs schedules.

· Maintains records as required (ie attendance, progress reports etc.)

· Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.

· Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures including emergency and safety procedures. Completed incident and accident reports as necessary.

· Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.

· Trains and supervises water safety assistant as necessary.

Qualifications

· Minimum of 15 years of age to assist another instructor; 16 years of age to instruct own class.

· Certifications: Current state approved first-aid; CPR for the Professional Rescuer; YMCA Swim Instructor certification

· Demonstrated ability to teach the development of swimming skills and ability to instruct/observe participants in proper stroke technique.

· Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size weight.