Instructor, Aquatics

8 months ago

Edmonton, Canada YMCA OF NORTHERN ALBERTA Full time

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Aquatics Swim Instructor at YMCA of Northern Alberta creates a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while working on strategies to improve the members experience, affecting an increase in retention, program quality and overall member satisfaction in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures.
**Our Culture**

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture at the Y. We strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.

**We are welcoming.**
We are open to all. We are a place where you can belong.

**We are genuine.**
We value you and embrace your individuality.

**We are hopeful.**
We believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.

**We are nurturing.**
We support you in your journey to develop your full potential.

**We are determined.**
Above all else, we are on a constant quest to make our community stronger, if you want to join us

**What You'll Need for This Job**
- Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA Aquatics SAM Standards, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals.
- Develops and maintains positive relationships with volunteers, members, program participants, and colleagues at all levels of the organization; helps participants and families connect with each other and the YMCA; and encourages parent or caregiver involvement.
- Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers program participants and families to other programs.
- Maintains records as required (e.g., attendance, progress reports).
- Receives regular feedback during swimming lessons gracefully and applies feedback immediately to help improve program quality in swimming lessons. Feedback provided by but is not limited to in-water coaching, audits and team huddles.
- Knows and reviews all emergency procedures, pool standards and best practices; responds to situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures; completes related reports or recommendations as required.
- Ensures YMCA Aquatics SAM standards are consistently met or exceeded and supports the lead instructor/coordinator in responding to service issues with possible solutions in a timely manner.
- Is an active in-water swim instructor - Role models and consistently applies safety rules, policies, guidelines, in the aquatics area.
- Puts out and puts away class equipment in an organized manner. Reports damaged equipment.
- Trains and supervises class volunteers as assigned.
- Supports the department, branch and association in implementing and achieving goals.

**WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS**:

- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Physically perform all skills required of a swim instructor.
- Able to handle difficult situations and customer complaints with confidence.
- Able to prioritize many tasks on an ongoing basis; organized and able to follow through.
- Good decision-making capability and able to be interrupted frequently.
- Is a mentor and role model for participants, staff, and volunteers.
- Can accomplish administrative and maintenance tasks accurately and in a timely manner.

**What the Y Brings to you**
- A meaningful career with opportunities to grow while building your community
- Membership to our health, fitness & aquatics facilities
- Comprehensive career training provided that will help you gain versatile skills and build your working credentials by obtaining Coaching and training certifications provided through internal Y training
- Welcoming and fun work culture that promotes healthy friendships, team and relationship-building.
- Ongoing career opportunities within the Y

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