Swim Instructor at Jim & Heather Gills YMCA

Job Title: Swim Instructor at Jim & Heather Gills YMCA

Description: The Y is the nation's largest provider of swim lessons, dedicated to improving water safety and swimming skills for all ages. As a part-time Swim Instructor, you'll provide direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for participants in our swim classes.

Duties:

• Teach swimming and water safety skills to students of varying ages and ability levels, from Parent/Child to Adult classes.
• Instruct students in swimming and exercise fundamentals in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Ensure proper technique, appropriate use of equipment, and a safe, engaging learning environment.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Available to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Comfortable working with participants of all ages and skill levels.
• Current certifications in CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid, and Swim Instructor training are a plus.
• In-house training is available for qualified candidates.
• Ability to demonstrate proper swim instruction techniques and safely lift equipment and small-to-average-size children.
• Pass a 10-panel drug screen.
• Clear a Level 2 background check*

Pay & Perks: Part-time, $15.00-$20.00 per hour. Free individual YMCA membership and discount for household family members.

Work Location: Jim & Heather Gills YMCA, 3200 1st Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33711

• Level 2 background clearance through DCF (Florida) required. Check out this link for more information: https://info.flclearinghouse.com