Swim Instructor
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Meadowlands Area YMCA is a progressive Association that is looking for individuals who can positively contribute to our team.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid.
- Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
- YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent preferred
- At least 16 years of age.
- Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
- Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- 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.
- 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.
- Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.
- Must be able to work nights and weekends.
- All other miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned by supervisor.
SUPERVISOR: Aquatics Director HOURS: Part-Time
How to apply: Visit the Career Page on our website www.meadowlandsymca.org
Meadowlands Area YMCA
390 Murray Hill Parkway, East Rutherford 07073
P 201 955-5300 F 201 616-7864 www.meadowlandsymca.org
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- East Rutherford, NJ: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
Experience:
- Swim Instructor: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person