Weekend - Swim Instructor

Swim Instructor

Alexandria, MN

Make a Splash with Your Career - Become a Swim Instructor!

Are you passionate about water safety, fun, and helping others learn lifelong skills? Join the YMCA Swim Instructor team in Alexandria and be a part of something meaningful! We're looking for enthusiastic individuals committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and positive aquatics experience for all.

What You'll Do:

• Lead swimming lessons aligned with YMCA guidelines, using prepared and thoughtful lesson plans.
• Builds genuine connections with students and parents to foster a supportive learning environment.
• Promote family involvement and identify potential volunteers.
• Provide information about aquatics programs and connect participants with other YMCA opportunities.
• Keep accurate records (attendance, progress reports, etc.)
• Attend required staff meetings and trainings.
• Uphold YMCA policies and ensure all safety procedures are followed, including completing incident and accident reports when necessary.

Benefits:

• Flexible Schedule
• Free Membership and Program Discounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Retirement Savings Options
• Strong commitment to work-life balance

Hours & Pay :

• Hours: Saturday/Sunday
• Pay: Starting at $14.30/hour (up to $17/hour depending on experience)
• Bonus: Instructors also have the opportunity to begin teaching private lessons!

• Certifications: CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid certification and Emergency Oxygen.
• Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• YMCA Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent.
• At least 16 years of age.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques.
• Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
• Must be able to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child.
• Ability to stand or sit while maintaining alertness for several hours at a time.
• Position may require bending, leaning, kneeling, and walking.
• Ability to speak concisely and effectively communicate.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical situations and physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.

EEO Statement

The Alexandria Area YMCA (the Y) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment with regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the Y complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.