YMCA Swim Instructor - Lancaster City Center

Company: YMCA of the Roses
Location: Lancaster
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Love the Water? Teach, Inspire, and Make a Difference! The YMCA City Center in Lancaster is looking for enthusiastic Swim Instructors to help swimmers of all ages build skills, confidence, and a lifelong love of the water. In a fun and safe environment, you'll guide lessons that make learning enjoyable and rewarding. Flexible hours available-daytime, evenings, and Saturday mornings-making this a great opportunity to share your passion for swimming while making a positive impact. Employees enjoy FREE use of the facilities at all branches, including our outdoor pools, gym, and wellness center. Program discounts include FREE use of Child Watch up to 3 hours per day for your own children while you're working when available, and discounts on programs and lessons. POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Swim Instructor at the YMCA maintains a supportive, positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals and provides proper, safe instruction of all levels of the Y USA swim lessons. OUR CULTURE: Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Instructs swimming lessons as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines, following lesson plans provided for each class level. Develops and maintains positive relationships with program participants and parents/caregivers while supporting them in achieving their goals. Relays information regarding participants' progress as well as other programs to parents/caregivers, when appropriate, while maintaining a friendly and warm atmosphere. Maintains records as required (e.g., attendance, parent handbooks, certificates). Follows all YMCA policies, rules, regulations and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures. Completes incident and accident reports as necessary. Attends staff meetings and in-service trainings when requested. LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES: Collaboration Developing Self & Others Inclusion QUALIFICATIONS: Swim Instructor I Must have or obtain CPR Pro and First Aid certification Obtain a state police clearance, a child abuse clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance. Obtain Mandated Reporter Clearance. Swim Instructor II Must have or obtain CPR Pro and First Aid certification Obtain a state police clearance, a child abuse clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance. Obtain Mandated Reporter Clearance. High School Diploma 3 years teaching swim lessons experience OR completion of YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor (YSLI) Training. Swim Instructor III Must have or obtain CPR Pro and First Aid certification Obtain a state police clearance, a child abuse clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance. Obtain Mandated Reporter Clearance. High School Diploma Meet all requirements for Level II 5 years of experience teaching swim lessons 3 years of experience supervising a staff team WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to instruct and observe participants in proper stroke techniques. Ability to lift equipment, and to lift a small to average size child. Obtain Criminal background check, Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI fingerprint clearance.

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