Swim Lesson Instructor

The Bellefonte YMCA is currently accepting applications for part-time Swim Lesson Instructors to be responsible for teaching swim lessons utilizing the Y USA Swim Lesson Program and YMCA of Centre County approved lesson plans. Staff are needed to fill a variety of shifts throughout the week. Primary Responsibilities Create a warm and positive environment while encouraging swimmers to meet course objective. Maintain a positive rapport with parents and other patrons. Follow lesson plans and create drills and activities within swim lesson program guidelines. Support, follow, and enforce all facility rules and regulations with extra emphasis on safety. Teach age-appropriate rules in a positive manner to lesson participants. Report problems or concerns to the Program Director. Take attendance using the class roster. Those not on the roster must register at the front desk. Private Swim Instructors should verify payment for private lessons by viewing a receipt from the client prior to teaching the lesson. Once the lesson is complete, instructors should log it and keep track of those paid at the front desk. Under no circumstances should an instructor directly accept money from a client for the services given. Complete skills sheets after each class and store in YMCA binder. Communicate with parents about their child’s progress. Assist with keeping the pool area clean and complete other duties within the pool area as assigned. Qualifications At least 16 years of age. Prior experience teaching swim lessons preferred. Prior swimming experience necessary. Salary/Benefits $18 – $25 per hour. Generous employee discounts on YMCA programs. FREE YMCA membership with access to all 4 YMCA of Centre County facilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr