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YMCA of Greater Des Moines
Swim Lesson Instructor | Waukee Family YMCA
Job Description
YMCA of Greater Des Moines is hiring a Swim Lesson Instructor | Waukee Family YMCA in Waukee, IA. This is a full-time position.
Build effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; help them connect with each other and the YMCA. Engage parents in discussion around water safety.
Maintain attendance and skill accomplishment records for each participant.
Maintain teaching equipment and conduct routine checks to ensure participant safety. Organize and put away needed class equipment. Report any damaged equipment.
Maintain constant visual surveillance of participants in the water.
Train, supervise, and mentor new swim lesson instructors as assigned.
Convey information on aquatics programs and schedules and, as appropriate, refer students and parents to other programs.
Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
Attend staff meetings and swim instructors in-services as scheduled.
Represent the YMCA as a Leader of Aquatics Safety committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all.
Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designated staff person.
Demonstrate and support the objectives of the Association as embodied in the mission statement and values.
JOIN US, WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
At the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Our staff members are people who drive this cause it is because of our drive, our passion, our belief in others, and our belief in the strength of our mission that we are able to make a difference every day.JOB LOCATION
Waukee FamilyYMCA SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Various shifts available Saturday-Wednesday, morning and early evening hours.PAY RANGE
$16.00+/hour based on experience and availabilityCLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS
September 10, 2026 - Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.POSITION SUMMARY
Swim Lesson Instructor is responsible for conducting YMCA swim lesson and ensuring participant safety at all times.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Instruct swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.Build effective, authentic relationships with students and parents; help them connect with each other and the YMCA. Engage parents in discussion around water safety.
Maintain attendance and skill accomplishment records for each participant.
Maintain teaching equipment and conduct routine checks to ensure participant safety. Organize and put away needed class equipment. Report any damaged equipment.
Maintain constant visual surveillance of participants in the water.
Train, supervise, and mentor new swim lesson instructors as assigned.
Convey information on aquatics programs and schedules and, as appropriate, refer students and parents to other programs.
Follow all YMCA policies, rules, regulations, and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures.
Attend staff meetings and swim instructors in-services as scheduled.
Represent the YMCA as a Leader of Aquatics Safety committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all.
Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or designated staff person.
Demonstrate and support the objectives of the Association as embodied in the mission statement and values.