| Posted Date: | 21-Jan-2026 (EST) | Closing Date: | 20-Feb-2026 (EST) |
| Department: | Gills- Aquatics | Location: | St. Petersburg, FL, USA |
| Pay Rate: | $15 - $20 per hour | Pay Type: | per hour |
| Benefits: | Free YMCA membership for employee + discount for family | Employment Type: | Part Time |
Job Title: Swim Instructor, Jim & Heather Gills Branch YMCA
Description: The Y is the nation's largest provider of swim lessons, dedicated to improving water safety and swimming skills for all ages. As a part-time Swim Instructor, you'll provide direct leadership, instruction, and motivation for participants in our swim classes.
Duties:
• Teach swimming and water safety skills to students of varying ages and ability levels, from Parent/Child to Adult classes.
• Instruct students in swimming and exercise fundamentals in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Ensure proper technique, appropriate use of equipment, and a safe, engaging learning environment.
• Instruct students in swimming and exercise fundamentals in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Ensure proper technique, appropriate use of equipment, and a safe, engaging learning environment.
Requirements:
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
- Available to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Comfortable working with participants of all ages and skill levels.
- Current certifications in CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid, and Swim Instructor training are a plus.
- In-house training is available for qualified candidates.
- Ability to demonstrate proper swim instruction techniques and safely lift equipment and small-to-average-size children.
- Pass a 10-panel drug screen.
- Clear a Level 2 background check*
Pay & Perks: Part-time, $15.00–$20.00 per hour. Free individual YMCA membership and discount for household family members.
Work Location: Jim & Heather Gills YMCA, 3200 1st Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33711
*Level 2 background clearance through DCF (Florida) required. Check out this link for more information: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
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