Description POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Aquatics Coordinator/Director and in accordance with the policies of the YMCA of Southwest Florida, the Swim Instructor provides swim lessons/ private or group to children and adults of all levels and abilities based on YMCA standards and program requirements. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • The swim instructor is responsible for instructing all swim lesson participants • This position is also responsible for the safety of the participant in their own class • Work hours as scheduled which includes beginning and ending class on time; remaining after class to answer participant and/or parent questions as needed and clean up supplies. • Instructs and evaluates students participating in swim lessons • Submits completed report cards, skills sheets and attendance information on time • Attends mandatory meetings and training sessions as scheduled • Act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency. • Presents professional appearance and attitude at all times and maintains a high standard of customer service. • All other duties as assigned and appropriate • Attend regularly scheduled, mandatory staff meetings. • Utilize time clock and monitor timesheet. Bring any corrections to supervisor within a timely manner • Responsible for upholding all staff safety requirements including cleaning protocols throughout the day, as required by my department. • All other duties as assigned Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: • Successfully meet the Association’s policies on background screening • Proficiency of swimming strokes and the ability to instruct and demonstrate in a group or individual session. • Ability to perform life saving techniques if necessary • Ability to forge mutually respectful partnerships with persons served • Able to maintain confidentiality • Must be a self starter, with high energy and a positive attitude • Adhere to drug/alcohol/smoke free workplace policy • Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques • Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child. CERTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: • CPR for the Professional Rescuer/ First Aid/AED Certifications • WSI and/or YMCA Swim Instructor certification or equivalent. • Completion of the YMCA’s Blood Borne Pathogen’s training annually • Completion of the YMCA’s Child Sexual Abuse Prevention training annually • Staff Safety Requirements/Cleaning Protocols • Additional training classes as recommended by Supervisor