JOB DETAILS
SWIM INSTRUCTOR
CompanyYMCA of Columbia Willamette
LocationVancouver
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 3, 2026
About The Company
YMCA of Columbia-Willamette
Purpose, Mission and Culture Statements
Purpose Statement
We’re a catalyst for transformational change, fostering relationships and building thriving, inclusive communities.”
The YMCA exists to encourage, equip, model, teach and ultimately to see that people take personal responsibility for their own spiritual, mental and physical well-being and to care for others.
Mission
To put the Christian principles of love, respect, honesty, responsibility and service into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Vision
Strong Communities Inspired through Family, Fitness, Faith and Fun.
To fulfill our mission we recruit, develop and maintain a diverse workforce in an environment of mutual support, encouragement, accountability, compassion and forgiveness. We are committed to the following.
Establish long-term relationships
Strive for excellence in all that we do
Lead by example and serve others
Develop people to their fullest potential
Incorporate YMCA Christian principles into our work
Thoroughly enjoy what we do
About the Role
Description
Why Should you apply?
- Free Household Gym Membership
- Free Group Fitness Classes
- Free Pool Access
- Free HydroMassage (for those over 18)
- Program Discounts
- Paid Sick Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
- Opportunities for Growth/Leadership
- Build your Resume
- Work with your friends
- Engage with your community
- Flexible working hours (part time - up to 30 hrs/week) based on your availability
What would you be doing?
- Planning and teaching swim lessons using the YMCA Swim Lesson Curriculum
- Recognizing and correcting strokes and skills using positive feedback
- Communicating effectively with students and parents in a friendly, patient manner
- Tracking and logging swim lesson participant skill progression
- Keeping your skills fresh with Inservice Training
- Being a positive role model for youths in your community
- Upholding the YMCA Policies and Standards
Requirements
What do you need to qualify?
- Be at least 16 years old
- Have the ability to commit to an entire session (4 weeks) of swim lessons consistently
- Possess (or obtain within 30 days) a current CPR/AED & First Aid Certification*
- Have strong understanding of swim stroke techniques
- Be able to pass a written/physical assessment prior to duty
- Have visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and physical ability to act swiftly in emergency situations
- Have ability to observe participant activities adequately, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate policies and procedures
*Current certification not necessary - certification/training is available!
Swim Skills Assessment
25 yards of each of the following
- Freestyle
- Backstroke
- Breaststroke
- Butterfly (or you best attempt)
- Side Stroke
- Elementary Backstroke
Key Skills
Swim InstructionCPR CertificationFirst Aid CertificationCommunicationPositive FeedbackStroke TechniquesSafety RegulationsYouth Development
Categories
EducationSports & RecreationSocial Services
Benefits
Free Household Gym MembershipFree Group Fitness ClassesFree Pool AccessFree HydroMassageProgram DiscountsPaid Sick LeaveTuition Reimbursement OpportunitiesOpportunities for Growth/Leadership
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Swim Instructor will plan and teach swim lessons using the YMCA Swim Lesson Curriculum and provide positive feedback to students. They will also communicate effectively with students and parents while tracking skill progression.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
173
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
30 hours
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