Private Swim Instructor

The YMCA of the Pikes Peak region is looking to hire an experienced Swim Instructor to give Private swim lessons. During the private lesson Swim Instructor will provide skill-based swim and water safety instruction to participants of all ages.  The Private Swim Instructor’s responsibilities include evaluating each student’s performance during swim sessions and providing feedback, completing attendance, progress, and accident reports, and ensuring that all swimming aids and equipment are in good working order.  You will maintain constant supervision of students at all times to ensure safety.    To be successful as a Swim Instructor, you should demonstrate patience and enthusiasm and be able to motivate students to accomplish their swimming goals. Ultimately, an exceptional Swim Instructor should be able to communicate effectively with students and ensure that all water safety rules are adhered to.

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.  The Swim Instructor will provide skill-based swim and water safety instruction to participants of all ages.  You will maintain constant supervision of students at all times to ensure safety.  The Swim Instructor will create positive, nurturing relationships with students and build cooperative relationships with parents and caregivers.   

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

• Teaching swimming techniques, swimming strokes, and water safety rules to students with varying swimming abilities
• Instructs private swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members or program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages parent or caregiver involvement
• Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs
• Maintains records as required (e.g., attendance, progress reports)
• Challenge more experienced swimmers to enhance their swimming abilities
• Assessing the progress of students and adjusting teaching programs accordingly
• Monitoring students to prevent accidents and injuries
• Implementing ground rules for each swim session
• Planning swimming lessons that take into account students’ abilities and progressive development
• Identifying incorrect swimming techniques and correcting students accordingly
• Ensuring that the swimming pool and locker rooms are kept clean and tidy
• Helps to create new curriculum to serve the needs of program participants
• Adheres to YMCA program standards, including safety and cleanliness standards, and ensures consistency with evidence-based practices
• Attends staff meetings and training
• Follows YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies
• Provides participants and parents with on-going feedback regarding student’s progress
• Set up, take down, and organize class equipment.  Report damage equipment to the supervisor
• Secure qualified substitute when necessary
• Act as a responder in case of injury, accident or illness in the pool area.  Provide back-up coverage to lifeguards as needed (ex. crowd control)
• Adhere to Association aquatic uniform policy

• Minimum age of 17
• 1 year teaching swim lessons preferred or equivalent aquatics experience
• Swim Instructor Certification - YMCA Swim Instructor Certification preferred
• Must be able to demonstrate Swim Instructor skills to YMCA standards
• Detail orientated, self-motivated and able to work independently
• High level of understanding of YMCA Swim Lessons Curriculum and ability to utilize in a variety of settings.
• Ability to adapt lessons to the needs of the participant and create an engaging curriculum for class period. 
• Proven ability to recognize students who may need assistance
• Knowledge of general water safety and ability to to recognize and remedy hazardous and dangerous situations
• Verified ability to swim and tread water within Y-USA training guidelines
• Knowledge of swimming and ability to teach at all age groups and various levels
• Able to communicate with all ages and levels of students, parents and caregivers, and other Y staff and volunteers
• Ability to provide individualized instruction and knowledge to program participants
• High level of organizational skills in order to communicate and schedule appointments effectively
• Punctual and professional to work with program participants
• Willingness to provide a flexible schedule to accommodate for program needs
• Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certification

• Free Family Membership 
• Program discounts
• Generous retirement benefits - 12% after eligibility is met
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Sick Time

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Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause 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 and your 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 a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.