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Senior Swim Instructor-$18.40/hr. starting May 7th-Tomlinson South Meridian YMCA

@ Treasure Valley Family YMCA
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Meridian, Idaho, United States
$16-$20/hrOnsitePart Time
Responsibilities:Build relationships, Maintain safety, Implement curriculum
Requirements Summary:Part-time swim instructor role; 18+ age; strong communication; lifeguard certifications; 25 hours weekly; schedule mornings or afternoons.
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Job Description

Our Tomlinson South Meridian YMCA is seeking a Senior Swim Instructor to join the team.  This position provides leadership and influence within the program area they are working, while creating a safe, friendly and nurturing atmosphere for all participants.

 

The South Meridian Branch of the Treasure Valley YMCA is unlike any other in the country. Our 60,000-square-foot facility is part of a unique collaboration that combines family recreation, education, sports, literacy, and wellness care on a single campus called “The Hill.” Hand in hand with our partners—St. Luke’s Health System, the West Ada School District, and the City of Meridian—the South Meridian Family Y will help us build A BETTER US.

 

Schedule:

This is a part-time position at approximately 25 hours weekly.  Schedule requirements are either mornings 8:00am-noon or afternoons, 4:00pm-8:00pm, Monday through Friday. This can also be a combination of mornings and afternoons.  Pay: $15.90-$19.88/hr.  Additional $2.50/hr. Differential for Summer May 7th- Sept 6th or minimum of $18.40/hour.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Build relationships with youth and parents by encouraging participants with honest, direct, and appropriate feedback using the Y voice attributes.
  • Create a safe environment for participants through appropriate class control, by role modeling safe behaviors, maintaining a clutter-free deck, and being on time and ready to respond quickly and appropriately.
  • Implement the established curriculum that helps youth achieve the five Cause Measurement goals.
  • Adapt lessons as necessary to help kids succeed. Utilize Y resources and best practices from other instructors to develop this skill.
  • Engage members and program participants in effective, age-appropriate communication regarding swimmer progression, retention, and placement using the Y voice attributes and an appropriate level of discretion.

 

Requirements:

  • Age – Must be 18 years of age or older (certification or licensure requirements)
  • Must be able to differentiate between colors (red, yellow, blue and green).
  • Must be able to engage others in conversations and make all people feel welcome.
  • Ability to respond calmly and quickly to safety and emergency situations.
  • Must have good interpersonal and communications skills and be sensitive, adaptable, professional, and articulate when dealing with others.

 

REQUIRED LICENSURE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Basic Life Support – Prerequisite upon hire.
  • First Aid Certification – Prerequisite upon hire.
  • Oxygen Certification– Prerequisite upon hire.
  • Y Swim Instructor– Prerequisite upon hire.

 

Welcoming and Inclusion:

At the Y, we welcome everyone whose behavior adheres to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We advance our cause by building a stronger and more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, thrive, and reach their full potential with dignity. The Y is a force for building bridges among all people–regardless of ability, age, birthplace, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, ideology, income, race, or sexual orientation. The Y is for all.

 

How To Apply:

External candidates must complete an online application.  If you have any questions regarding the position, please visit our website at www.ymcatvidaho.org or contact [email protected]. All current and previous YMCA staff must apply through their UKG account, and updated resume and cover letter is recommended.