Swim Teacher (Infants and Preschool) - City of Melbourne

At the Y our vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong. 

As the largest employer in fitness and recreation we have more than 5,000 staff at over 140 centres across Victoria. With us, you will work with fun colleagues who have a shared passion for making a difference in the lives of individuals and transforming communities for the better. 

About the Centre

The City of Melbourne is home to the Y's Learn to Swim program across three vibrant aquatic centres, each offering unique opportunities to make a positive impact in the community.

North Melbourne Outdoor Pool is a seasonal, family-friendly outdoor facility featuring three pools in the heart of North Melbourne. It is known for its strong community connections and welcoming environment for people of all ages and backgrounds.

Carlton Baths offers exceptional customer service and engaging programs for all ages and abilities. With two outdoor pools and a strong focus on water safety, it's a popular destination for local families.

Kensington Community Aquatic and Recreation Centre is a year-round facility featuring a 25-metre indoor pool, a purpose-built learn-to-swim pool, three full-sized sports courts, and a modern gym. Together, these centres provide a fun, inclusive environment where people can build confidence, develop lifelong swimming skills, and stay active.About the role

As an Infant and Preschool Swim Teacher, you will design and implement lesson plans that foster swimming skills in children from infancy through school age. You will combine stroke development with water safety to boost your students' confidence and abilities in the water. Your role will include:

• Structure and design of lessons with appropriate activities that challenge and develop your students swimming and water safety ability
• Recommending students for level progression as appropriate
• Teaching and modeling effective problem solving skills and conflict resolution skills

This is a casual role with an hourly rate of up to $38.32 + super & Y Benefits.

About you

You will be passionate about inspiring and developing water safety and swimming skills in children and young people. Experience in other teaching or coaching roles is a bonus but not necessary. Personal attributes such as patience, respect, and enthusiasm will take you far as a Swim Teacher!

In this role you will unlock the power of all children to be inspired by swimming, creating lifelong opportunities. You will:

• Demonstrate a passion and enthusiasm to teach children to swim
• Provide excellent customer service to parents and students alike
• Be motivated and committed to perform to a high standard
• Be friendly, polite and approachable at all times
• Display interest, enthusiasm, patience and respect to children and peers

Essential Qualifications

• HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
• Accredited Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety (AUSTSWIM or equivalent)
• Teacher of Infants and Preschool Aquatics

Other Desired Qualifications

• Teacher Developing Competitive Strokes or equivalent
• Teacher of Aquatics - Access and Inclusion
• Teacher of Adults
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

Benefits

At the Y Victoria we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits which improve your wellbeing and help you develop as an individual, such as:

• Flexible working and rostering arrangements
• Opportunities for career development and growth
• Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state
• Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness
• Savings on health insurance, discounted cinema tickets & access to workplace banking benefits.

Commitment to Child and Young People Safety

YMCA Victoria (the Y) has robust policies and practices to prevent harm to children and young people. The Y is committed to identifying and removing potential risks and hazards. All positions are subject to a satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical declaration prior to commencement. 

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Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

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