The Y is a leading nonprofit for strengthening community, and the nation’s larger provider of swim
lessons to increase skill and safety in and around water. This position provides direct leadership,
instruction and motivation for students in swimming classes.
1. Current YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor certification. If associate is Red Cross WSI certified he or
she must crossover to YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor within 180 days of employment
2. Current ASHI BLS, Basic First Aid, and Oxygen Administration certification (or equivalent course
from American Red Cross, American Heart Association, or National Safety Council). Any BLS
certification is only good for one year
3. Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with YMCA standards
4. At least 16 years of age
BACKGROUND CHECKS:
An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements of the position. They may include criminal background and reference checks, E-Verify, drug test, driver’s license record, and/or a Child Protective Services Check (CPS). Additional driver’s license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol, and/or drug testing may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and/or maintain the requirements of this position.