Looking for a job outdoors?
Do you have an interest in teaching kids how to swim?
Are you 16 or older?
Not certified? No problem!
GET CERTIFIED AT THE Y!
We offer paid certification training to candidates who have been hired!
GROW YOUR CAREER AT OUR Y LOCATION(S) BELOW!
North County – Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA (Encinitas) - Must be available on Saturdays
North County – Mottino Family YMCA (Oceanside) - Must be available Mon-Fri from 3pm-7pm and on Saturdays
Central – Copley-Price Family YMCA (City Heights) - Must be available from 9am-12pm or 3:25pm-7:30pm
East County – Cameron Family YMCA (Santee) - Must be available Mon-Fri from 3pm-7pm and on weekends
South County – Border View Family YMCA (Otay Mesa West) - Must be available Mon/Wed from 4pm-8pm, Tue/Thu/Fri from 7am-10am, and Sat from 8am-12pm
Y would I apply?
- Swim Instructor Academy! – No Certifications? No problem.
- Complimentary Y Membership
- FREE Complete Gym Membership
- FREE Workout Classes
- FREE Pool Access
- Work with Your Friends - Text them the link to this page now!
- Build Your Resume
- Opportunities for Growth
- Community Involvement
- PART TIME Perks
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Professional Development Opportunities
If you are interested in learning more about employee benefits, use the link below:
Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)
Sound good? (We think so, too!) Here’s what you would do:
- Ensures that practice time is sufficient for all students to learn skills
- Follows logical skill progressions
- Recognizes and corrects improper strokes or skills using positive feedback
- Communicates effectively with students in a patient, friendly manner
- Show how you are a positive role model
“OK, I’m sold!” What do I need to qualify?
- Must be 16 or older
- Current YMCA Swim Lesson or Red Cross SWI Certification
- Must crossover to YMCA certification within 6 months
- Other Current Certifications:
- CPR PRO/AED
- First Aid
- O2
- The Certifications above must be from one of the following certifying organizations:
- American Red Cross
- American Heart Association
- American Safety & Health Institute
- Must pass written and practical skills exam prior to duty
- Candidates must pass each examinations with no more than one failed attempt
- Must have visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and physical ability to act swiftly in emergency situations
- Must have ability to observe participant activities adequately, to enforce safety regulations and to apply appropriate policies and procedures