Swim Lesson Instructor (4209)
$38,418–$38,418 year
On-siteBurbank Los Angeles County, California, United States
Job Summary
Conduct professional swim lessons using the YMCA of the USA program while maintaining a safe, nurturing aquatic environment for all participants. Prepare lesson plans, instruct effective use of teaching aids and flotation devices, and track participant progress through skill assessments and certificates. Enforce pool policies and emergency procedures to prevent accidents, respond immediately to emergencies, and maintain current BLS, First Aid, and oxygen administration certifications. Communicate participant placement to the Aquatics Director and parents, attend required staff meetings, and uphold YMCA safety and leadership standards.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum age of 16
- Current American Safety & Health Institute or American Red Cross or American Heart Association BLS for the Professional Rescuer
- Standard/Community First Aid certifications
- Emergency Oxygen Administration
- YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification or ARC Water Safety Instructor
- Experience instructing swim lessons or coaching aquatic programs
- Ability to swim 25 yards each of the six strokes (front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, sidestroke, elementary backstroke and butterfly)
- Ability to tread water for 2 minutes with two different kicks
- Ability to swim with proficiency and endurance
- Ability to react appropriately and remain calm and efficient in caring for problems
- Knowledge of proper swimming techniques
- Physical, visual, and auditory ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations
Desired Qualifications
- American Red Cross (ARC) or YMCA Lifeguard Training
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