Swim Instructor/Private Swim Instructor: LHYMCA
LAKELAND HILLS YMCA
Summary
Under the direction of the Aquatics leadership team, swim instructors provide direct leadership, instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes.
Job description
Essential Functions
- Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with Lakeland Hills YMCA guidelines. Builds effective, authentic relationships with students and parents/guardians. Maintains effective, positive relations with the members, participants and other staff.
- Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary and notifies the Aquatic Leadership Team.
- Organizes and puts away needed class equipment and reports damaged equipment to the supervisor.
- Provides leadership training and supervision to class aides as assigned.
- Responsible for teaching YMCA swim lesson program classes for up to 8 children.
- Instructors must teach in the water for every class.
- Must be qualified and able to teach freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, elements of butterfly and elementary backstroke.
Qualifications
- Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
- Must be a strong, competent swimmer, and be able to demonstrate freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly.
- Must be able to maintain a positive attitude towards students and staff.
Requirements
- Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards
- Must be a strong, competent swimmer, and be able to demonstrate freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly
- Must be able to maintain a positive attitude towards students and staff
Benefits
- Paid Sick Time
- Free YMCA membership
- Health & Fitness Center access
- Group fitness classes
- Member discounts
- Professional development opportunities
Company overview
Lakeland Hills Family YMCA is a leading nonprofit community service organization based in Mountain Lakes, New Jersey, serving as the center of Morris County's health and wellness community. Founded in 1912, the organization operates with a mission to strengthen the foundations of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The YMCA offers comprehensive programs including early childhood education, after-school care, summer camps, competitive swimming, fitness classes, senior wellness initiatives, and specialized programs for individuals with developmental disabilities. With over 100 years of community service, Lakeland Hills YMCA serves thousands of members through its state-of-the-art facilities featuring fitness centers, swimming pools, and community spaces. The organization is particularly recognized for its innovative GRIT 'n Snow program combining snowboarding with mental health education, and its award-winning competitive swim team that has achieved national recognition. As a nonprofit, the YMCA provides financial assistance to ensure accessibility for all community members regardless of economic background.