Swim Instructor
hace 1 año
Basking Ridge
Job DescriptionDescription: An exciting opportunity to join the team of a progressive YMCA located in vibrant Somerset County, New Jersey. The YMCA is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit organizations dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. With a 150-year-old history, Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSCY) is a pillar of the community and has seven locations across three counties, which collectively serve upwards of 30,000 individuals. GSCY has 100 full-time and 950 part-time employees along with operating revenues to $22+ million. The Y empowers everyone—no matter who they are or where they are from. To fulfill our purpose of strengthening community for all, GSCY is committed to being an inclusive organization and leveraging our collective impact to address social inequities. To learn more about GSCY, visit our website: Somerset Hills YMCA is currently seeking multiple Swim Instructors to help swimmers of various ages and levels to build confidence in and around the water. We are looking for energetic individuals to support our mission in strengthening the community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Hours: Various Shifts Available ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Maintains a safe, instructional, and supportive environment, • Teaches students the principles of correct stroke, water safety, and swimming endurance, • Teaches group classes to preschool and school aged children, • Develops appropriate introduction to a variety of water sports/activities Other duties: • Arrives to work five (5) minutes before shift starts, • Wear appropriate and professional uniform/attire, • All other duties as assignedRequirements:, • YSL and/or WSI certification (obtain upon hire), • Blood borne Pathogens Training within 60 days of hire, • SH YMCA Child Abuse Prevention Training within 30 days of hire, • Must be 16 years of age or older, • Must have experience working with children, • Must have strong interest in teaching preschool and school aged children, • Experience with parent/child classes or willing to learn is a plus, • FREE Individual Membership Access to any YMCA in the Nation., • 10% Discount on most programming at Greater Somerset County YMCA., • Access to one of the leading retirement programs "Y Retirement Fund" from the first day of employment., • Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion throughout the YMCA Movement.