Swim Instructors - On the Job Training!

If you love working with children and are comfortable in water, we want to hear from you!!

The New Canaan YMCA is looking to EXPAND our team of Swim Instructors to help children learn water safety and swimming skills.

Haven’t taught swim lessons before? No problem, our Senior Director of Aquatics will train you and provide you the curriculum needed to work with children of various ages and levels – what we need is your passion, enthusiasm, and attention to safety.  

This is a great part-time opportunity for students, teachers, retirees, or anyone wanting to stay actively employed with flexible scheduling. 

Swim lessons are usually offered once a week, for 8 week sessions (except for summer, which are offered 5 days a week, in weekly sessions). Instructors are asked to commit to the entire session to allow students continuity with instruction.

Shifts needed are:

• 3pm to 7pm Mondays through Thursdays
• 8am to 12pm Saturdays
• 9am to 12pm Mondays through Thursdays

We expect our Swim Instructors to be observant to their surroundings, understanding of safety rules and policies, and able to communicate with swimmers, families, and other staff to maintain order and safety in the pool and on deck.

Requirements include:

• General knowledge of swimming and aquatic safety.
• Strong communication skills
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification (will provide training and testing if needed)
• Experience working with children preferred
• See attached job description for full details

Why the Y? We are an inclusive, nonprofit organization committed to nurturing the potential of all kids, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility.  

The YMCA offers benefits for Part-Time staff, including:

• FREE YMCA memberships, program discounts, eligibility for free classes
• Retirement funds (403b Savings Plan, and eligibility for YMCA Retirement Fund with employer contributions of 12%) 
• Discounted group-rates for AFLAC supplemental insurance plans including Life Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, Accident, Cancer, and Hospital Plans
• Guarantee to be “schedule free” on the following holidays, as our center is closed on:
  • Easter Sunday
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day 
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving Day 
  • Christmas Day

Visit our website for more details and full application: www.newcanaanymca.org/employment