Infant & Preschool Swim Teacher - Purruna Spencer

2 weeks ago

Adelaide, Australia YMCA South Australia Full time

**Department**: Recreation & Fitness

**Type**: Casual

**Posted**: 14 November 2024

**Closes**: 14 December 2024

**Join Our Team as an Infant and Toddler Swim Teacher at Purruna Spencer Newton Centre**

At Purruna Spencer Newton Centre, we believe in the transformative power of swimming and water safety education. We are seeking enthusiastic swimming teachers who share our passion for nurturing young learners and creating a positive, supportive environment.

As an Infant and Toddler Swim Teacher, you will play a vital role in shaping children’s lifestyles and inspiring their natural curiosity through engaging, playful interactions with their parents, peers, and teachers. You’ll teach in both our swimming lessons program and our Schools Swimming Lessons programs as we gear up for the warmer weather and busy season ahead.

**THE ROLE**

As a YMCA Infant and Toddler Swim Teacher, reporting to the Swim School Manager, you will:

- Embrace the YMCA philosophy in relation to aquatic programs and uphold high educational and teaching standards.
- Deliver safe, effective, and professional swimming lessons with enthusiasm, patience, and innovation.
- Implement engaging lesson plans that promote group teaching methods, focusing on both stroke development and water safety.
- Foster student interaction and collaboration through thoughtfully structured activities.
- Collaborate with your team to create a supportive and welcoming environment for all.
- Set a positive example for parents by effectively communicating, guiding, and establishing clear boundaries and expectations for children.
- Commit to continuous learning and professional development.
- Show respect and understanding for individuals of all talents, abilities, and backgrounds.

**ABOUT THE Y**

YMCA South Australia is a not-for-profit community organisation that has served the South Australian community for more than 170 years. With 1000 employees (and growing), we deliver programs and services across the state in settings including community recreation centres, swimming pools, health and fitness facilities, community centres, camps, early education and schools and youth services.

Our aim is to develop the whole person, helping all South Australians connect with a better life. Not only their physical fitness and capabilities, but also their sense of identity, purpose, hope and dignity; psychological health; resilience; social connectedness; lifelong learning; and their own contribution back into the community. All the elements that together constitute a full, healthy, productive and satisfying life.

**SKILLS & EXPERIENCE**
- AUSTSWIM or Swim Australia Teacher accreditation
- AUSTSWIM or Swim Australia Teacher of Infants and Toddlers accreditation
- HLTAID009 Provide CPR
- Certificate of completion for “Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education and Care” (RRHAN-EC) Training
- Weekend Availability

**THE BENEFITS**
- The opportunity to join a leading provider of recreation, community, and children’s services.
- Free access to YMCA South Australia’s recreation facilities.
- A culture of empowerment and growth with ongoing opportunities for career development.
- A supportive team of passionate and professional individuals.

**LIKE TO KNOW MORE?**

**HOW TO APPLY**

Does this sound like you? Please submit your resume and cover letter

**Applications close 14 December 2024.**

Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

**COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN**
- National Police Check (issued in the last 6 months)
- DHS Working With Children Check
- International Criminal History Record Check (if worked overseas in the last 5 years)

YMCA South Australia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding children and young people and other vulnerable people

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