Lifeguard and CPR Instructor

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 American Red Cross instructor at The YMCA of the Jersey Shore intentionally fosters a cause-centered culture that is welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined.

• Manages and oversees all aspects of the certification courses, including communication with students, tracking attendance, classroom set up/breakdown, equipment set up/breakdown.

• Evaluates issues pertaining to students, equipment and classroom space. Reports concerns to supervisors.

• Provides approved training and support to the students to assist them in achieving their certification.

• Adapts teaching skills to the age, experience, and ability of the participants so they can meet course objectives.

• Familiarizes, researches, and identifies new materials to stay current with requirements of courses and instructor responsibilities.

• Oversees overall safety of the class, recognizes and responds to emergencies in accordance with the facilities emergency action plan.

• Enforces all building and aquatic policies, rules and procedures.

• Completes all records and reports required for course in a timely manner. Provides these documents to supervisor upon completion of the courses.

• Current American Red Cross Instructor Certification.

• YMCA Team Leader certification preferred.

• Previous professional experience in instructor red cross classes and use of Instructors corner.

• Skills in problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level.

• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor and students.