Aquatics - Swim Instructor
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YMCA of Lincoln
Lincoln, NE, US
Summary
The swim instructor is responsible for teaching quality lessons focused on water safety, stroke development, and personal growth. They also build positive relationships with participants and communicate progress or concerns to parents.
Job Description
BE PART OF SOMETHING GREATER
At the Y we believe everyone should have the chance to learn how to stay safe around water and YOU can be part of making that happen! As a Swim Instructor at the Y, you will work for the community's leader in swim instruction helping thousands of children of all ages gain confidence in the water, overcome fears and build skills that last a lifetime. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Teaching quality lessons to participants concentrating on water safety, stroke development, personal growth and fun.
- Developing positive relationships with participants and providing motivational support and guidance.
- Communicating goals and concerns with parents/guardians.
Our Swim Lesson Instructors are enthusiastic about their work because they get the opportunity to be a mentor to youth and educate them about skills that could one day save their life. Plus, they also enjoy:
- A fun and engaging work environment where friendships are made
- Flexible schedules
- Room to grow
- Free Y membership at all YMCA of Lincoln locations for qualified staff
- Build your resume - future employers respect the Y
TYPES OF POSITIONS We offer both staff and lead/supervisory roles. Applicants will be considered for all roles and opportunities will be further discussed during the interview process.
HOURS Variety of flexible schedules available.
As one of the city’s largest nonprofit youth-serving organizations, the YMCA of Lincoln has served the community for over 150 years, promoting positive values through programs that build spirit, mind and body. Today, the YMCA serves over 82,000 people each year through swim lessons, youth sports, afterschool programs and many other services. The association also offers financial assistance for programs to those in need.
The YMCA of Lincoln has four facility branches—Cooper, Copple Family, Fallbrook, and Northeast—as well as, two program branches—Youth Sports and Camp Kitaki—and an Administrative Office. More information about each location, membership benefits, and programming may be found on our website, ymcalincoln.org.
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Wellness and Fitness Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Lincoln, Nebraska
As one of the city’s largest nonprofit youth-serving organizations, the YMCA of Lincoln has served the community for over 150 years, promoting positive values through programs that build spirit, mind and body. Today, the YMCA serves over 82,000 people each year through swim lessons, youth sports, afterschool programs and many other services. The association also offers financial assistance for programs to those in need.
The YMCA of Lincoln has four facility branches—Cooper, Copple Family, Fallbrook, and Northeast—as well as, two program branches—Youth Sports and Camp Kitaki—and an Administrative Office. More information about each location, membership benefits, and programming may be found on our website, ymcalincoln.org.
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Wellness and Fitness Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Lincoln, Nebraska
