Swim Instructor - Ellicott City (Dancel)
Location: Woodstock
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Overwhelmingly, people who decide they want to be a part of the
Y in Central Maryland tell us they do so because it reflects their
values and a conscious decision, they’ve made about how they choose
to live their lives. The happiest and most fulfilled Y associates
are those who are motivated to help others and who want to be a
part of something larger than themselves. If this speaks to your
heart, then we invite you to join our team. Be a part of a
charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual
and community well-being for all, for a better us. POSITION
SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Swim Director or other
assigned associate, Swim Instructor is responsible to teach swim
lessons (in compliance with the YMCA of the USA guidelines and
levels), safety, and engagement of swim lesson participants during
the swim lessons program. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Responsible for
safety of all swimmers during lesson and for the interpretation and
enforcement of all pool rules Reports to work in uniform a minimum
of ten minutes prior to assigned shift in order to receive
communications and instructions from supervisor Responsible for
conducting classes according to the YMCA of the USA Aquatic
Program, adapted where necessary for local conditions. Responsible
for the efficiency of the lesson program through rigorous adherence
to standards set for progression and honest evaluation of student's
abilities. Responsible for attending all scheduled classes within a
session; when an absence in unavoidable, secures a substitute and
provides lesson plans for that substitute. Helps to promote
participation in the Y Swimming Lessons program. Assist the Swim
Director or other assigned associate with administrative tasks
Prepares the program/service area with necessary equipment and
returns all equipment to proper storage. Actively engages, orients
and assists all participants when not actively teaching. Focus on
quality experiences and engagement within programs, services, and
activities Promotes a professional image and maintains a clean and
safe environment at all times. Ability to work with diverse
population, all ages, genders, and sexual orientations Attend and
actively participate in all meetings as assigned Incorporate the
four character values of the YMCA: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and
Responsibility and adhere to the YCM Code of Conduct Communicate
the Y mission and objectives to the community. Assist in all other
areas as assigned. The Y in Central Maryland provides equal
employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for
employment. Moreover, the Y is firmly committed to celebrating and
achieving diversity and inclusion in all we do. We strive to be an
anti-racist organization and expect all associates to treat others
with respect, kindness and dignity, at all times. Thank you for
considering working for the Y in Central Maryland. If being a part
of our cause feels right for you, we hope you will join us.
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