Aquatics - Swim Instructor
Manhattan Youth
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Job description
Manhattan Youth is seeking qualified, experienced Swim Instructors to join our Aquatics team. Our program offers classes for swimmers of all ages and abilities, from infants through adults. Our teaching philosophy follows a child-centered approach, fostering joy and love for swimming. Swim Instructors are expected to create a positive and supportive learning environment.
Candidates must be punctual, reliable, personable, and have a strong desire to work with children and families.
Candidates must be punctual, reliable, personable, and have a strong desire to work with children and families.
Please indicate your availability when applying. Afternoon (during the week) and weekend availability is a plus. This is a part-time, hourly position.
Responsibilities
- Plan lessons, select age-appropriate activities and evaluate children’s swim levels and progress
- Provide positive feedback and adjust lessons as needed to address individual needs
- Maintain ongoing communication with deck supervisor and administrative personnel
- Maintain a positive and energetic attitude and exhibit passion for teaching swimming
- Ensure a safe, clean, and organized pool environment
- Wear appropriate attire
- Attend in-service training sessions and staff meetings
- Perform other job-related duties as required
Qualifications
- Experience teaching progressive swim lessons in private or group settings
- Ability to form positive, supportive relationships with children
- Enthusiastic attitude and team-player mindset
- Must be open to a collaborative environment and daily feedback from our leadership team
- WSI Certification or equivalent experience is a plus
- Experience teaching Parent/Child classes or Pre-K age groups is a plus
- Commitment to Manhattan Youth’s mission and a strong desire to work with children and families
About this role
Summary
Teach swim lessons to children and adults, create positive environment, ensure safety, and evaluate progress.
Job title
Swim Instructor
Experience level
experience teaching swim lessons
Industry
education
Location requirements
New York, NY, remote work allowed
Salary
USD 41,600–52,000 per year
Management role
No
Skills & keywords
Required skills
swimmingchild relationship skillsreliable
Preferred skills
WSI certificationparent/child classespre-K teaching
Specializations
swimmingchild developmentaquatics
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
New York, NY, USA
Remote City