Certified Aquatics Instructor

Job Description Description:OUR CULTURE:Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live ourcause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We arewelcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We aregenuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you andyour potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in yourjourney to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on arelentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.POSITION SUMMARY:The Certified Aquatic Instructor Lead is an instructional position that provides pool deck andprogram supervision. The purpose is to support lifeguards and instructors by responding tomember/user questions and facilitate program quality by assisting instructors and engagingparents in the supervision and progression of their children.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Provides supervision of the pool deck area and programmingKnows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures. Completes related reports as required.Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff.Monitor the flow of children/ users between classesAssist instructors in maintaining quality program delivery and following YMCA curriculum.Answer member questions and provide assistanceAssist staff in handling any situations that may occur on the pool deck and classTrained in the emergency action plan and the role they playAttends all staff meetings and training as requiredAdheres to all YMCA of South Hampton Roads policies, procedures, rules, regulations and best practicesPerforms and adheres to safety, program delivery, and association uniform standardsAssist in all areas as assigned and completes all projects and assignments as assigned by the supervisor, including promotion of survey completion, distribution of certificate of achievement on the final class and inservice.Requirements:QUALIFICATIONS:Must be a Certified Aquatic Instructor.Current YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor v6, AHSI 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.Have experience working with the public and dealing with conflict. Prior customer service experience preferred.Preferred minimum age of 18 years.Minimum of 6 months as a Certified Aquatics InstructorDue to the leadership nature of this position the Certified Aquatic Instructor Lead should be mature, responsible, and possess strong decision making and customer service skillsCompleted Aquatic Lead Academy including: YSHR Listen First, YUSA Teaching Techniques for Individuals with Disabilities and Diversity of Ability, YUSA Adult Learning Concepts, YSHR Inservice Leader.ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper skill development at each stage2. Ability to lift and pull equipment 50 pounds and to lift a small to average size child3. Ability to stand for long periods of time4. Must be in good physical condition to teach classes5. Must have ability to work inside and outside (i.e. humidity, hot, cold, inclement weatherconditions)6. Must have ability to concentrate in a loud environmentYMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):Critical Thinking & Decision MakingCommunication & InfluenceEmotional MaturityBACKGROUND CHECKS:An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimumrequirements 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 testingmay be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and/or maintain therequirements of this position