Certified Aquatics Instructor

Overview

Certified Aquatics Instructor at YMCA Of South Hampton Roads

Full Time

Start Date:

Immediate

Expiry Date: 23 Mar, 26

Posted On: 23 Dec, 25

Experience:

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job:
Yes

Telecommute:
Yes

Sponsor Visa:
No

Wellness and Fitness Services

Description Description

OUR CULTURE:

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live ourcause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you andyour potential to become a catalyst in the world.

We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on arelentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

The Certified Aquatic Instructor Lead is an instructional position that provides pool deck and program supervision. The purpose is to support lifeguards and instructors by responding to member/user questions and facilitate program quality by assisting instructors and engaging parents in the supervision and progression of their children.

• Provides supervision of the pool deck area and programming
• Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required.
• Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff.
• Monitors the flow of children/users between classes
• Assists instructors in maintaining quality program delivery and following YMCA curriculum
• Answers member questions and provides assistance
• Assists staff in handling any situations that may occur on the pool deck and in class
• Is trained in the emergency action plan and the role they play
• Attends all staff meetings and training as required
• Adheres to all YMCA of South Hampton Roads policies, procedures, rules, regulations and best practices
• Performs and adheres to safety, program delivery, and association uniform standards
• Assists in all areas as assigned and completes all projects and assignments as assigned by the supervisor, including promotion of survey completion, distribution of certificate of achievement on the final class and inservice

• Must be a Certified Aquatic Instructor.
• Current YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor v6, AHSI BLS, Basic First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certification (or equivalent course from American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or National Safety Council). Any BLS certification is only good for one year.
• Have experience working with the public and dealing with conflict. Prior customer service experience preferred.
• Preferred minimum age of 18 years.
• Minimum of 6 months as a Certified Aquatics Instructor
• Completed Aquatic Lead Academy including: YSHR Listen First, YUSA Teaching Techniques for Individuals with Disabilities and Diversity of Ability, YUSA Adult Learning Concepts, YSHR Inservice Leader.

• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper skill development at each stage
• Ability to lift and pull equipment up to 50 pounds and to lift a small to average size child
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Must be in good physical condition to teach classes
• Must have ability to work inside and outside (humidity, hot, cold, inclement weather conditions)
• Must have ability to concentrate in a loud environment

• Critical Thinking & Decision Making
• Communication & Influence
• Emotional Maturity

An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements of the position. They may include criminal background and reference checks, E-Verify, drug test, driver’s license record, and/or a Child Protective Services Check (CPS). Additional driver’s license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol, and/or drug testing may be required in the future to meet and/or maintain requirements of this position.