Weekday Morning Swim Instructor

Swim Instructor Opportunity

Looking for applicants with week-day morning availability (ex. Monday/Wednesday/Friday 8am to 12pm)!

- Swim instructors should have knowledge of all 4 competitive strokes and 2 safety strokes and have experience working with children

- Swim instructors should be able to pass a traditional swim test demonstrating moderate ability in 4 competitive strokes and have the ability to provide in water correction effectively.

- OCY will pay for Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification. Additionally, you will be paid for the training.

- Free Y membership with employment and paid training**

- Provide quality swim instruction in-line with American Red Cross Swim Lesson Curriculum. Willing to obtain proper training certifications

- Maintain accurate records for swim participant progress, ensure communication to caregivers regarding expectations, skills progress, next steps, etc

- Work as part of a team committed to building confidence, friendships and skills among participants. Actively work to be a dependable team member and coach.

- Attend staff meetings

- Minimum 16 years old

- Current in either Red Cross, YMCA or Ellis and current certification in CPR, First Aid, AED and O2 (training opportunities provided)

- Must be able to swim 50 yards (2 pool lengths) of one stroke or a combination of strokes

- Must be able to tread water without hands for 1 minute

- Must demonstrate knowledge of basic swim techniques

- Complete program specific and employee orientation training by required timeline.