Aquatic Instructor

YMCA of Springfield

Aquatic Instructor teaching swimming lessons and ensuring safety at Lansdowne YMCA. Responsible for maintaining pool safety and providing leadership to swim programs.

Posted 7/23/2026part-timeLansdowne • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $14 - $16 per hourWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in lifeguarding and swimming instruction while ensuring safety and compliance with YMCA policies. Maintains strong relationships with members and effectively communicates information regarding aquatics programs.

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Lifeguard DutiesSwimming InstructionCPR/AED CertificationFirst Aid CertificationEmergency Response

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Hard Skills

LifeguardingSwimming Lesson PlanningRecord KeepingSafety Rule ApplicationAccident Reporting

Soft Skills

Positive Relationship BuildingProfessional AttitudeEffective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

American Heart Association CPR/AEDAmerican Red Cross CPR/AEDFirst Aid Certification

Industry Keywords

YMCA GuidelinesAquatics ProgramsEmergency ProceduresPool Rules Enforcement

About the role

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Maintains active surveillance of the pool area while pool is in operation.
Performs lifeguard duties with Lifeguard II and/or Head Lifeguard.
Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures.
Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff while enforcing pool rules and regulations.
Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs.
Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).
Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
Completes accident/incident reports for any occurrences while on duty.
Maintains a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum age of 15.
Certifications: Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR/AED, and First Aid.
Completion of required trainings.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Maintains active surveillance of the pool area while pool is in operation.
Performs lifeguard duties with Lifeguard II and/or Head Lifeguard.
Instructs swimming lessons in accordance with YMCA guidelines, having prepared lesson plans accordingly.
Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures.
Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff while enforcing pool rules and regulations.
Conveys information on aquatics programs and schedules and as appropriate refers students and parents to other programs.
Maintains records as required (i.e. attendance, progress reports, etc.).
Organizes and puts away needed class equipment. Reports damaged equipment.
Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
Completes accident/incident reports for any occurrences while on duty.
Maintains a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings. 🎯 Requirements
Minimum age of 15.
Certifications: Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR/AED, and First Aid.
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