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Southern Saratoga: Head Swim Instructor

Capital District YMCA
Clifton, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 3/27/2026

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OPEN POSITIONS:

HEAD SWIM INSTRUCTOR – $17.42/hour

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum of 18 years of age.
  • HS/GED with some college preferred.
  • Minimum two years of experience as a swim instructor and lifeguard.
  • Minimum one year in a supervisory role.
  • Current First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification.

Available Shifts:

Monday - Friday - Shifts vary- Afternoon-Evenings

Saturday - Sunday - Shifts vary - Mornings


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (ALL POSITIONS):

  • Minimum age of 16 or older (with valid NYS working papers for minors)
  • Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness
  • LIFEGUARDS: Must have a valid lifeguard certification (within 30 days of hire) and demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards
  • Be able to pass the CDYMCA swim test, as administered by the Aquatic Director or designated individual
  • Basic computer skills, with strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to relate to diverse groups in the community
  • Basic life support or professional rescuer CPR/AED, First Aid, and Emergency Oxygen Administration (completed within 30 days of hire)
  • New Employee Orientation, Sexual Harassment, ALICE (Active Shooter), and Bloodborne Pathogens trainings (completed within 90 days of hire)

PART TIME BENEFITS:
Employee YMCA Membership, Y Retirement, Paid Sick Leave, and more!

Salary : $17

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