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YMCA of Central New York SWIM INSTRUCTOR in Baldwinsville, New York
Job Title: Swim Instructor
Reports To: Aquatics Coordinator
Branch: Northwest Area YMCA, Baldwinsville, NY
FLSA: Non-exempt/Part-time
Shift/Schedule: Mon/Wed 4:40 - 7:10 pm; Sat 8 am-12:30 pm
Salary Range: $15.00/hour
A Career with a Cause:
We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and grow. 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.
Our purpose is to strengthen the foundations of communities and families through our key areas of focus: youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. We are committed to these causes because a strong community is achieved when we invest in our children, health, neighbors, and values. Historically founded on the Christian principles of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility; our mission is to put these principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
We are for ALL.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Statement | YMCA OF CENTRAL NEW YORK (ymcacny.org)
Position Summary:
T his position supports the mission and work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization.
Under the direction of the Aquatic Coordinator, the Swim Instructor provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation as well as assuring the safety, well-being, and enjoyment for students in swimming class. The Swim Instructor provides leadership and assures the well-being for all, in line with YMCA of the USA guidelines and Association policies.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary Range: $15.00/hour, Part-time non-exempt
YMCA Membership
Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:
The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
Instruct swim lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines in a professional, courteous, manner and eliminate unsafe practices and hazards.
Have prepared lesson plans for each session and class.
Develop positive relationships with participants and provide motivational support and guidance.
Wear a uniform consistent with branch dress code: one piece bathing suit (some branches may require staff shirt, whistle, and staff ID).
Arrive 15 minutes early on deck in uniform for all shifts.
Cover all shifts. When unable to cover a shift, instructor must find their own substitute.
Set-up, organize and clean-up all class materials, report any damaged equipment to supervisor.
Convey basic information aquatics programs and schedules.
Communicate with parents responding to questions or comments about the class.
Attend all mandatory meetings and trainings.
Greet all class participants and/or family members in a courteous and friendly manner.
Maintain accurate records (i.e. attendance, progress reports, class skill performance records etc.).
Hand in report cards at given dates for each session.
Complete and distribute class certificates and program evaluations at the end of session.
At all times, maintain physical presence with class and remain aware of pool surroundings and patrons in the pool
Maintain cleanliness of facility.
Know, follow, and enforce all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.
All other duties, as assigned by Supervisor.
Qualifications:
Possess the ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke technique.
Must be people oriented and possess good communication skills.
Must have approval of aquatics coordinator to teach lessons.
Trainings & Certifications:
Must complete online Bloodborne Pathogens, Employee Safety and Youth Protection Series trainings prior to initial assignment to position.
Must hold and maintain current CPR, AED, first aid and oxygen administration within 60-days of hire date.
Must complete online Hazard Communication training within the first 90-days of employment.
Must obtain YMCA Swim Instructor certification with 6 months of hire date.
Must attend and complete Activate America, Listen First and Quality Service Training within the first 90-days of employment.
YMCA Leadership Competencies:
Engaging Community: Builds bridges with others in the community to ensure the Y’s work is community-focused and welcoming of all, providing community benefit.
Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in such a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.
Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.
Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to type, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Position requires sitting for extended periods of time and repetitive data entry. Ability to perform all physical aspects of the position.
Work Environment:
This job operates in a recreational and public environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and computers. At times, employees may be exposed to undesirable working conditions, communicable infectious diseases, and risk of injury from others. All employees are required to follow the preventative health policies of the YMCA at all times. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.