General Function: Ensure that all programs are started and finished as scheduled. Performs program to best of ability to achieve obtainable goals set by YMCA of Central Kentucky. Provides a sense of control during scheduled programs. This will increase the safety of the pool for all participants, members, and their guests. The Swim Instructor will assist during emergency care in the event of an accident. Time will be spent preparing and organizing scheduled programs. Time will be spent doing routine maintenance duties as assigned by the management.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Membership service is everyone’s job! It is an attitude not a department.
- Arrive 15 min. early to prepare for class and be available to parents.
- Ensure that all programs are started and finished as scheduled.
- Teach all programs by the YMCA of the USA guidelines.
- Prevention of accidents both in the water and on the deck.
- Provide rescue and emergency assistance in the event of an accident.
- Maintain a sense of control and safety during scheduled programs.
- Secure and maintain all equipment in good operating order including getting it out and storing it away properly.
- Make sure that pool area being used for lessons is securely roped off to ensure safety and order of participants and members.
- Take daily attendance and provide feedback to all participants and parents.
- Fill out appropriate paperwork and make sure progress reports are complete by the 6thclass.
- Promote continuing progression within the YMCA swim lesson program.
- Enforce pool rules and justly establish disciplinary actions.
- Attend all staff meetings and in-service training as set up by the aquatic director.
- Provide maintenance duties when needed. These duties include picking up litter on the deck, washing the pool deck nightly, surface skimming when needed, keeping the deck clear of all obstructions.
- Wear all employee uniform requirements when on duty.
- Customer service. Be friendly and able to answer general YMCA questions.
- Work your scheduled times or find your own qualified substitute approved by supervisor.
- Fill out accident reports for any accident no matter how minor.
- Keep all appropriate certifications up to date and on file with the aquatics director.
- Promote an environment that supports the YMCA’s mission and our four-core values- caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility
End Results:
- Members, guest, and program participants receive a beneficial quality program experience.
- Maintains high standards for scheduled program and ensures success.
- The Swim Instructor is part of a staff team that ensures the success of the operation.
- Members will be safe and enjoy their YMCA aquatic experience.
- A well-served community that understands and values the mission and purpose of the YMCA.
- Maintenance of facilities that promotes safe participation and a wholesome environment.
- Competence and good judgment is demonstrated in all matters within the scope of the responsibilities assigned.
BENEFITS
FREE city-wide YMCA membership
Discounted Program Fees
Flexible Work Schedules
Training Opportunities
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Know How: Must be 18 years of age or older; Current and valid, First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer and a YMCA Lifeguard Certification recommended. Certification of YMCA Swim Lesson Certification or a W. S. I. is preferred. Position also requires excellent swimming skills plus a varied aquatic background. Ability to provide good public relations with children and adults.
