Summer 2026 Swim Instructor
Description

SANDRA AND LEON LEVINE JCC

The Sandra and Leon Levine Jewish Community Center is a non-profit, social service agency founded upon Jewish ethics and values. The Center provides and initiates diversified social, educational, recreational and cultural programs within a Jewish setting. The JCC is a partner in serving the community, is affiliated with the JCC Association of North America and a beneficiary agency of the Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte.


POSITION PURPOSE:

This position responsible for providing safe, quality swim instruction to our members, in a group, camp (summer only), or one on one setting. The candidate must be able to have a flexible schedule. Under the direction of the Aquatics Program Director, the Swim Instructor is responsible for conducting/teaching swimming lesson classes using the Aquatic Program Guidelines. In addition, the incumbent will maintain and ensure the safety of the students at all times.

  • Gain valuable experience and direction.
  • Work at a first-class facility.
  • Consistent schedule.
  • Work in a team atmosphere (with other Swim Instructors and Supervisors).
  • Competitive pay.
  • Growth Opportunities (commensurate with your experience and performance).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Administer swim lessons in a group, private, and/or camp setting.


With specificity, the Swim Instructor will:

  • Must be able to work at least two (2) days per week. Weekend work may be required as needed.
  • Prepare and follow lesson plans for assigned class.
  • Maintain attendance and skill accomplishment records for each class as you teach.
  • Evaluate swimmers for class level and give certificates at conclusion of course.
  • Dress appropriately for duty.
  • Maintain teaching equipment.
  • Keep class participants safe and know their locations at all times.
  • Know emergency procedures and review them as needed.
  • Fill out incident / accident reports as needed.
  • Follow all safety rules.
  • Record hours as directed.
  • Give equal teaching time to each student enrolled in class.
  • Perform assigned work as given by the Aquatics Director or designated individual.
  • Record class attendance as needed or assigned.
  • Work with other staff courteously and be helpful.
Requirements
  • Current YMCA or Red Cross Lifesaving Certification or Equivalent Preferred.
  • CPR & First Aid certifications including adult, child and infant and obstructed airway maneuver.
  • Attend Swim Instructor Courses as needed.
  • Communicate responsibly and tactfully to participants, taking into account each individual’s abilities.
  • Communicate verbally, including projecting the voice across distances.
  • Know how to design lesson plans and follow guidelines.


Physical Requirements:

  • Sight, hearing, and speaking.
  • Standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing, sitting.
  • Lifting and carrying a minimum of 50 lbs.
  • Pulling a minimum of 100 lbs.
  • Swimming and tolerance to hot, humid environments and wet conditions
  • Tolerance to moderate noise levels.
  • Dressed professional in appropriate attire for activity that promotes a high standard of morality.