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.
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Manages and oversees all aspects of the certification courses, including communication with students, tracking attendance, classroom set up/breakdown, equipment set up/breakdown.
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Evaluates issues pertaining to students, equipment and classroom space. Reports concerns to supervisors.
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Provides approved training and support to the students to assist them in achieving their certification.
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Adapts teaching skills to the age, experience, and ability of the participants so they can meet course objectives.
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Familiarizes, researches, and identifies new materials to stay current with requirements of courses and instructor responsibilities.
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Oversees overall safety of the class, recognizes and responds to emergencies in accordance with the facilities emergency action plan.
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Enforces all building and aquatic policies, rules and procedures.
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Completes all records and reports required for course in a timely manner. Provides these documents to supervisor upon completion of the courses.
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Current American Red Cross Instructor Certification.
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YMCA Team Leader certification preferred.
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Previous professional experience in instructor red cross classes and use of Instructors corner.
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Skills in problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level.
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Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor and students.
