Embark on a Journey of Impactful Adventure
Assume leadership role, including administrative, programmatic, and delivery of programs in accordance with YMCA program quality standards.
Who Are We?
The YMCA of Greater Brandywine (YGBW) was named a 2026 Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer for the third consecutive year. An association of nine YMCAs serving Chester County, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine is a non-profit organization dedicated to nurturing the potential of every child, promoting healthy living, and fostering social responsibility through life-changing programs for all.
Perks & Benefits
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Free family YMCA membership, including outdoor pools
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and plentiful PTO for full-time employees
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Babysitting while you work (up to 4 hours per day)
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Generous program discounts on childcare, camp, youth sports, swimming lessons and more!
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12% employer contribution to retirement savings upon reaching eligibility and optional 403B retirement savings plan upon hire.
- Employee Assistance Program
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Continuing education reimbursement, tuition discounts with Chestnut Hill College and Immaculata University
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Career development and paid training
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Unlimited referral bonus beginning at $300.00
What You’ll Do
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Conducts class sessions as scheduled and provides assistance in a safe, enthusiastic, thorough, courteous, and professional manner.
- Leads program with enthusiasm and positive motivation.
- Promotes and exhibits a healthy attitude, lifestyle, and appearance.
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge and ability to demonstrate skills necessary for specialty field.
- Organizes and maintains program records (i.e., attendance records, rosters, etc.)
- Manages all equipment.
- Maintains a clean and risk-free environment.
- Communicates effectively and timely with program participants and parents. Prior to the start of class (monthly or academy), communicates and assists participants with questions.
- Ensures all children are picked up by a parent.
- Promotes other YMCA programs by handing out brochures, answering questions, or referring inquiries to appropriate person.
- Create staff schedule and communicate with staff.
- Ensures compliance with all YGBW policies and standard operating procedures.
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Develop and conduct specialized training sessions and contribute to overall programming growth within the specialty for YMCA members
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Overseeing day to day operations of the swim lesson program
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Coordinate and schedule swim lesson programs for all ages
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Recruit, train, and hire swim instructors
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Ensure instructors are following YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor curricula
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Attend and lead in service training and staff meetings.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
What You'll Need
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Minimum of 7 years of advanced experience in specialty field and/or pursuing advanced education in a related field (i.e. Dance, Tennis, Martial Arts, etc.)
- Must be 21 years or older
- Ability to effectively use technology for programmatic needs
- Experience teaching a minimum of 4 years in the specialized area
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge of the specialized area
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Obtain and maintain all new hires certifications and trainings within 90 days of hire
Work Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee needs sufficient strength, agility and mobility to perform essential functions and to safely supervise program activities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Why You Need To Apply
Not meeting every single requirement? That’s perfectly okay! Research shows that women and marginalized groups are often hesitant to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. If you’re excited about this role, don’t let a few mismatches in your experience hold you back. We want to see your application! You could be exactly what we’re looking for!
