Lifeguard​/Swim Instructor

Overview

Supervisor Aquatics under the supervision of the Aquatics Leaderships charged with effectively and safely conducting swim lessons in accordance with the following policies established by the South Shore YMCA while also providing a high level of member service.

Reports to: Program Director - Aquatics

• Swim lessons will be taught with utmost professionalism, hi-quality and enthusiastic instruction.
• Swim lessons will have a high level of supervision and focus on safety.
• Instructors will prepare hi-quality lessons that include in-water instruction, behavior management strategies, class organization and appropriate skill progressions.
• Be familiar with all information and answer questions about programs, schedules, policies or direct people to Aquatic Management.
• Be prepared to respond to emergencies in a calm and professional manner.
• Communicate with students and or parents regarding students’ performance, progress, needs etc.
• Provide hi-quality detailed swim lesson evaluations each session.

• Work with fellow YMCA staff members and treat them with respect.
• Every swim instructor has the responsibility of reviewing all guidelines for emergency procedures to ensure a prompt and appropriate response to any incident.
• Perform other duties needed as delegated by the supervisor on duty or Aquatic Directors.
• Attend all staff meetings and trainings.

• Enforce all pool rules in a consistent, fair and firm manner.
• Interact with members in a friendly, engaging, and professional manner.
• Educate members of all policies and procedures of the YMCA and the Aquatics Department
• Be familiar with all information and answer questions about programs, schedules, and policies or direct people to Aquatic Directors.
• Ensure that the South Shore YMCA Child Protection Policies are fulfilled.

• Assist with maintaining a clean and organize pool and storage area during and after lessons.
• Record and report any faulty equipment and/or lapse in maintenance to the supervisor on duty or Aquatic Directors.
• Make recommendation any equipment deficiencies or needs.

Mission and Community Oriented Accepts and demonstrates YMCA values. Work effectively with people of all backgrounds and levels. Willingness to serve and fulfill community needs. Recruit volunteers and build supportive relationships with them.

People Oriented Remains calm in challenging situations and seeks to understand the underlying cause. Speaks and writes effectively. Develops rapport, relates well and takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Results Oriented Discovers ideas to create and deliver a high-value member experience. Makes sound judgments, establishes goals, plans work, supports fundraising, and adheres to budgeting procedures

Personal Development Recognizes personal strengths and limitations, pursues self-development and demonstrates flexibility.

• Current First Aid/CPR Certification Required
• Current Lifeguard Certification preferred
• Current Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification or similar (preferred but not always required if candidate possesses similar experience).