Swim Instructor - Bittner YMCA Job at YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley, Davenport, IA

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  • YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley
  • Davenport, IA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Morgan R., Swim Instructor says, "Swim instructions are rewarding to see the kids progress in confidence in the water. The kid's smiles and the parents' appreciation makes me feel needed."

PAY RATE: $12.00/hr

The Swim Instructor is responsible for the safety in and around pool area and ensuring high quality swimming instruction following YMCA Aquatic Program guidelines. To be successful as a swim instructor, you should demonstrate patience and enthusiasm and be able to motivate students to accomplish their swimming goals. Ultimately, an exceptional swim instructor should be able to communicate effectively with students and ensure that all water safety rules are adhered to.

  • Ensure safety of all participants.
  • Follow the YMCA national guidelines for all swim lessons.
  • Evaluate each student's performance during swim sessions and providing feedback, complete attendance, progress, and accident reports, and ensure that all swimming aids and equipment are in good working order.
  • Prepare and follow lesson plans for each swim instruction lesson.
  • Clean and store teaching equipment properly.
  • Assist lifeguard on duty with any emergency situation in the aquatics area.

Perks of working at the Y!

  • Free individual YMCA membership! Discounts on programs
  • Career Development
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Competitive Wages
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Program
  • Y Retirement Fund: Y pays 12% after employee meets eligibility requirements
  • Eligible to participate in 403B savings account through Y Retirement Fund
  • Child Care discount 25% (must work min 20 hrs/week to qualify); Summer Camp discounts

We are looking for someone who displays the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility and adheres to our mission. Prior Swim Lesson instruction experience preferred, but not required. Swim Instruction training also provided by YMCA. This position is open to candidates ages 16 and older.

The YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley is a 4-star rated Charity Navigator employer for over 16 years. "Only 2% of the charities we evaluate have received at least 11 consecutive 4-star evaluations, indicating that YMCA of the Iowa Mississippi Valley outperforms most other charities in America." - Charity Navigator. We have also been voted "Best in the QC" by Locals Love Us several years in a row.

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Job Tags

Summer work, Local area, Flexible hours,

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