Swim Instructor - West Shore YMCA

West Shore YMCA, 1575 Columbia Rd, Westlake, Ohio, United States of America

Posted Monday, February 26, 2024 at 5:00 AM

At the Y, our mission is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Join our Greater Cleveland YMCA team in living our cause and helping to provide quality, safe and healthy programs and services in our community.

Swim instructors plan and deliver effective, engaging swim instruction, using the Y of the USA swim curriculum, in a designated program area for YMCA members, program participants and non-members. A successful candidate must be knowledgeable, punctual, professional, and enthusiastically interact with class participants.

• Demonstrate skills and explain them clearly to class members.
• Plan each teaching class and instruct at the appropriate skill and age level for the class.
• Observe all YMCA attendance and safety rules when teaching classes.
• Maintain positive rapport with participants and parents of participants.
• Conduct classes in accordance with YMCA of Cleveland standards and guidelines.
• Responsible for participant safety and understands emergency procedures.
• Evaluate swimming skills and place participants in appropriate class

• Demonstrated public speaking ability and customer service orientation towards individuals and groups of people.
• At least 6 months of instructor experience in designated aquatic area preferred

• CPR and First Aid certification and Safety training required within (3 months) 90 days of hire.
• Current swim instructor (WSI or YSI) certification preferred prior to hire. Or must be obtained within the first (3 months) 90 days of hire.

Our vision is to be the premier community-based, charitable organization that embraces collaborations to build strong kids, strong families and strong communities. That's why we offer an exceptional package that includes:

• A free membership to your local YMCA and discount to YMCA programs including childcare (part-time positions do not receive discount on childcare).
• Additional discounts at many places in and around town, just for being a YMCA of Greater Cleveland employee.
• Eligible employees receive comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Plan, Retirement 8% paid by the YMCA of Greater Cleveland and paid vacation.