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Summer Swim Instructor

Boston, MA, Huntington YMCAPart Timemid
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Title: Swim Instructor Seasonal: June 15th- September 5thPosition Type: Non-Exempt (Hourly) Pay Range: $22.00 Please note that between June 15th – September 6th, the YMCA of Greater Boston offers a summer incentive program for Lifeguard and Swim Instructor positions.

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Title: Swim Instructor
Seasonal: June 15th- September 5th
Position Type:
Non-Exempt (Hourly) 
Pay Range: $22.00 

Please note that between June 15th – September 6th, the YMCA of Greater Boston offers a summer incentive program for Lifeguard and Swim Instructor positions. As a result, the pay rate for this role is set to $22/hr for that period.

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, this position is responsible for teaching swim lessons under the YMCA of the USA model. Swim Instructors should have experience teaching swim lessons and enjoy working with people, especially children as many lesson opportunities are with children.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

  • At least 16 years of age.
  • No experience necessary.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Physically and verbally able to interact with members and staff.
  • Must be able to scan the pool visually.
  • May be required to sit or stand for extended period of time.
  • At times, be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
YMCA Competencies (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Reinforces the Y’s values within the organization and the community. Effectively communicates the benefits and impact of the YMCA’s efforts for all stakeholders.

Collaboration: Serves as a community leader building collaborations based on trust and credibility to advance YMCA mission and goals. Communicates for influence to attain buy-in and support of goals. Has strong communications skills and uses them to communicate with all members and supervisors. Has an expectation of quality and consistency from self and others.

Operational Effectiveness: Integrates multiple thinking processes to make decisions. Ensures continuous personal improvement.

Personal Growth: Creates a sense of urgency and positive tension to support change. Anticipates challenges that can sidetrack or derail growth and personal learning. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
  • Shifts vary, but may include early mornings, nights, and weekends.
REQUIRED TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Child Abuse Prevention (within first four weeks of employment)
  • Respect in the Workplace (Sexual Harassment Prevention)
  • CPR, First Aid, O2
  • YMCA Swim Lessons (YSL) (preferred)
  • WSI

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May 6, 2026
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ymcabostonSummer Swim Instructor