MS Gulf Coast YMCA – job description

Job Title: Swim Instructor

Association: MS Gulf Coast YMCA

Reports To: Aquatics Director

Branch: Blossman Family YMCA

Revised Date: June 2017

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY. This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

Provides direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.

2. Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; helps them connect with each other and the YMCA. Encourages parent involvement and identifies potential volunteers.

3. Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs.

4. Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).

5. Attends staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.

6. Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary.

7. Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.

8. Trains and supervises class aides as assigned.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of diverse backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification and Emergency Oxygen.

2. Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.

3. YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent.

4. At least 16 years of age.

AWORK ENVIRONMENT & 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.

· Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Pascagoula, MS 39567: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Are you 18 years of age or older? (if not, you may be required to provide work authorization.)
• Can you perform the essential functions of the job for which you are applying, with or without reasonable accommodation?
• Have you ever been convicted of a crime, pled no contest, or had adjudication withheld? If yes, please provide a date, location, charges and a complete explanation of all offenses. (A conviction will not necessarily bar employment. The YMCA may consider the nature, date and circumstances of the offenses.)

Experience:

• Swim Instructor: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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