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Careers at the Greater Philadelphia YMCA

Get started finding your next role at the Greater Philadelphia YMCA by using our career finder. Whether you are looking to work at one of our branches or on the association level, we have a wide array of job opportunities that can help you continue to develop and grow in your career.

We look forward to receiving your application, and welcoming more passionate members to our team!

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Swim Instructor

Aquatic

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Love swimming and working with children? We got you. Passionate about teaching the lifesaving skill of swimming? We are looking for individuals, age 15+ to serve as swim instructors or aides. As a swim instructor or aide you develop important skills such as communication, leadership and responsibility that will serve you for a lifetime! Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! What is needed for this job as our Swim Instructor (Or Instructor Aide): • Age 15+ • Experience with kids and passionate about teaching children to swim • Ability to pass American Red Cross CPR Certification • Ability to complete and pass our in-water skills assessment The responsibilities we will trust you with as our Swim Instructor (Or Instructor Aide): • Provide a safe environment that allows members and participants to learn to swim • Encourage and support students to provide an enjoyable aquatics experience • Evaluate swimming skills; complete progress reports for each session; complete communications for parents • Participate as a part of the aquatics staff team in providing a safe and enjoyable environment • Attend staff meetings and trainings as required What you can expect: • Support from an amazing team • Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply After reading this, if you’re thinking this is for me- we want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Swim Lesson Instructor

Aquatic

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Love swimming and working with children? We got you. Passionate about teaching the lifesaving skill of swimming? We are looking for individuals, age 15+ to serve as swim instructors. As a swim instructor you develop important skills such as communication, leadership and responsibility that will serve you for a lifetime! Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! What is needed for this job as our Swim Instructor: • Age 15+ • Experience with kids and passionate about teaching children to swim • Ability to pass American Red Cross CPR Certification • Ability to complete and pass our in-water skills assessment The responsibilities we will trust you with as our Swim Instructor: • Provide a safe environment that allows members and participants to learn to swim • Encourage and support students to provide an enjoyable aquatics experience • Evaluate swimming skills; complete progress reports for each session; complete communications for parents • Participate as a part of the aquatics staff team in providing a safe and enjoyable environment • Attend staff meetings and trainings as required What you can expect: • Support from an amazing team • Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply After reading this, if you’re thinking this is for me- we want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Lifeguard - Rocky Run YMCA

Aquatic

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Weekend and Evening Shifts Required Love swimming and working at the pool? We got you. We are looking for individuals age 16+ to serve as lifeguards. As a lifeguard, you develop important skills such as communication, leadership and responsibility that will serve you for a lifetime! Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule. Opening shifts available for the early bird! • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! What is needed for this job as our Lifeguard: • Age 16+ • American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or ability to pass the course • Passionate about safety around water and strong swim skills The responsibilities we will trust you as our Lifeguard: • Ensuring the safety and surveillance of all pool participants • Understanding and applying organizational safety procedures for the pool deck and aquatic areas • Maintaining organization and cleanliness of the pool deck, including skimming and brushing What you can expect: • Support from an amazing leadership team • Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply After reading this, if you’re thinking this is great- Let’s gooooooo! We want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Lifeguard - Christian Street YMCA

Aquatic

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Weeknight and Weekend Availability Required Love swimming and working at the pool? We got you. We are looking for individuals age 16+ to serve as lifeguards. As a lifeguard, you develop important skills such as communication, leadership and responsibility that will serve you for a lifetime! Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule. Opening shifts available for the early bird! • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! What is needed for this job as our Lifeguard: • Age 16+ • American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification or ability to pass the course • Passionate about safety around water and strong swim skills The responsibilities we will trust you as our Lifeguard: • Ensuring the safety and surveillance of all pool participants • Understanding and applying organizational safety procedures for the pool deck and aquatic areas • Maintaining organization and cleanliness of the pool deck, including skimming and brushing What you can expect: • Support from an amazing leadership team • Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply After reading this, if you’re thinking this is great- Let’s gooooooo! We want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Swim Lesson Instructor

Aquatic

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Love swimming and working with children? We got you. Passionate about teaching the lifesaving skill of swimming? We are looking for individuals, age 15+ to serve as swim instructors or aides. As a swim instructor or aide you develop important skills such as communication, leadership and responsibility that will serve you for a lifetime! Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! What is needed for this job as our Swim Instructor (Or Instructor Aide): • Age 15+ • Experience with kids and passionate about teaching children to swim • Ability to pass American Red Cross CPR Certification • Ability to complete and pass our in-water skills assessment The responsibilities we will trust you with as our Swim Instructor (Or Instructor Aide): • Provide a safe environment that allows members and participants to learn to swim • Encourage and support students to provide an enjoyable aquatics experience • Evaluate swimming skills; complete progress reports for each session; complete communications for parents • Participate as a part of the aquatics staff team in providing a safe and enjoyable environment • Attend staff meetings and trainings as required What you can expect: • Support from an amazing team • Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All Qualified Women, Minorities, Persons with Disabilities, and US Veterans Encouraged to Apply After reading this, if you’re thinking this is for me- we want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Aquatics Group Fitness Instructor

Aquatic

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Do you believe you can transform lives one class at a time? We do. We are looking for a certified Aquatics Group Fitness Instructor who loves what they do and also knows that a group exercise class can engage a member like nothing else! An instructor who understands that connecting with members in class can inspire and set members on a track to a healthier life and improved wellness! If that’s you - read on! Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! What is needed for this job: • Age 18+ and have 2+ years Aquatics Fitness or Fitness Instructor experience preferred • Have an Aquatics Group Exercise Instructor Certification • Can perform First Aid/CPR/AED/Emergency Oxygen or ability to pass provided trainings • The ability to adapt your class/style for the members in front of you The responsibilities we will trust you with: • Conducting primarily deep water workouts • Finding new and engaging ways to connect with our members during class • Instructing an effective, safe class for all abilities at the YMCA • Willing and able to serve as a substitute for fellow instructors What you can expect: • To be a part of a fun, diverse team • For your supervisor to be your biggest supporter • To have hundreds of class options to teach • Flexibility that works around your life After reading this, if you’re thinking this is great- Let’s gooooooo! We want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Swim Coach

Aquatic

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Under the direction of the Aquatic Director and Head Coach, the Swim Coach is expected to provide support and encouragement to assist swimmers in learning the specific progressive or competitive program. Ensure safety and cleanliness of the program area and adherence to all YMCA safety standards and rules. Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! What is needed for this job • 18+ years of age • High School Degree or equivalent, 2 years of directly related experience in developing and conducting programs • Ability to work a non-traditional schedule including nights and weekends • Know any computer software that is used for the running of meets and swimmer line ups • Current Swim Lesson Instructor Trainer or ARC Lifeguard/First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer instructor certification • Maintain current instructor and instructor trainer certifications (YMCA, Red Cross, etc.) • Must have flexibility to travel between multiple branches The responsibilities we will trust you with • Lead swimmers through skill mastery and swim practices • Provide a safe environment that allows swim team participants to learn YMCA Competitive Swimming and diving • Encourage and support swimmers to provide an enjoyable YMCA experience • Evaluate swimmers’ skills; provide skills needed to master strokes • Ensure fair practice and swim meet experience • Coach must supervise the entire swim meet, including warm-ups, practice dives, events, etc., ensuring the safety of the swimmers • Conduct practices with energy and enthusiasm • Provide support and encouragement to participants • Incorporate character development objectives into the program to reinforce the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility • Regularly check equipment for necessary repair or replacement • Provide excellent service to members and participants • Communicate all YMCA rule and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable • Attend staff meetings and trainings as required • Provide excellent service to members and participants • Communicate all pool rules and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable What you can expect: • Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations • Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger • Great members to work with every day! After reading this, if you’re thinking this is me- we want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Swim Coach

Aquatic

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Under the direction of the Aquatic Director and Head Coach, the Swim Coach is expected to provide support and encouragement to assist swimmers in learning the specific progressive or competitive program. Ensure safety and cleanliness of the program area and adherence to all YMCA safety standards and rules. Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! What is needed for this job • 18+ years of age • High School Degree or equivalent, 2 years of directly related experience in developing and conducting programs • Ability to work a non-traditional schedule including nights and weekends • Know any computer software that is used for the running of meets and swimmer line ups • Current Swim Lesson Instructor Trainer or ARC Lifeguard/First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer instructor certification • Maintain current instructor and instructor trainer certifications (YMCA, Red Cross, etc.) • Must have flexibility to travel between multiple branches The responsibilities we will trust you with • Lead swimmers through skill mastery and swim practices • Provide a safe environment that allows swim team participants to learn YMCA Competitive Swimming and diving. • Encourage and support swimmers to provide an enjoyable YMCA experience. • Evaluate swimmers’ skills; provide skills needed to master strokes. • Ensure fair practice and swim meet experience • Coach must supervise the entire swim meet, including warm-ups, practice dives, events, etc., ensuring the safety of the swimmers • Conduct practices with energy and enthusiasm • Provide support and encouragement to participants • Incorporate character development objectives into the program to reinforce the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility • Regularly check equipment for necessary repair or replacement • Provide excellent service to members and participants • Communicate all YMCA rule and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable • Attend staff meetings and trainings as required • Provide excellent service to members and participants • Communicate all pool rules and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable What you can expect: • Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations • Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger • Great members to work with every day! After reading this, if you’re thinking this is me- we want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Swim Coach

Aquatic

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Under the direction of the Aquatic Director and Head Coach, the Swim Coach is expected to provide support and encouragement to assist swimmers in learning the specific progressive or competitive program. Ensure safety and cleanliness of the program area and adherence to all YMCA safety standards and rules. Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! What is needed for this job • 18+ years of age • High School Degree or equivalent, 2 years of directly related experience in developing and conducting programs • Ability to work a non-traditional schedule including nights and weekends • Know any computer software that is used for the running of meets and swimmer line ups • Current Swim Lesson Instructor Trainer or ARC Lifeguard/First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer instructor certification • Maintain current instructor and instructor trainer certifications (YMCA, Red Cross, etc.) • Must have flexibility to travel between multiple branches The responsibilities we will trust you with • Lead swimmers through skill mastery and swim practices • Provide a safe environment that allows swim team participants to learn YMCA Competitive Swimming and diving. • Encourage and support swimmers to provide an enjoyable YMCA experience. • Evaluate swimmers’ skills; provide skills needed to master strokes. • Ensure fair practice and swim meet experience • Coach must supervise the entire swim meet, including warm-ups, practice dives, events, etc., ensuring the safety of the swimmers • Conduct practices with energy and enthusiasm • Provide support and encouragement to participants • Incorporate character development objectives into the program to reinforce the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility • Regularly check equipment for necessary repair or replacement • Provide excellent service to members and participants • Communicate all YMCA rule and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable • Attend staff meetings and trainings as required • Provide excellent service to members and participants • Communicate all pool rules and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable What you can expect: • Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations • Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger • Great members to work with every day! After reading this, if you’re thinking this is me- we want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Swim Coach

Aquatic

Greater Philadelphia YMCA Employment Opportunity! Under the direction of the Aquatic Director and Head Coach, the Swim Coach is expected to provide support and encouragement to assist swimmers in learning the specific progressive or competitive program. Ensure safety and cleanliness of the program area and adherence to all YMCA safety standards and rules. Some rewards for joining our team: • Free YMCA membership - access to all branches! • Flexible work schedule • Sweet discounts on child care and summer camp programs • Planning for your future? Ask us how we do it at the Y- it's awesome! What is needed for this job • 18+ years of age • High School Degree or equivalent, 2 years of directly related experience in developing and conducting programs • Ability to work a non-traditional schedule including nights and weekends • Know any computer software that is used for the running of meets and swimmer line ups • Current Swim Lesson Instructor Trainer or ARC Lifeguard/First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer instructor certification • Maintain current instructor and instructor trainer certifications (YMCA, Red Cross, etc.) • Must have flexibility to travel between multiple branches The responsibilities we will trust you with • Lead swimmers through skill mastery and swim practices • Provide a safe environment that allows swim team participants to learn YMCA Competitive Swimming and diving. • Encourage and support swimmers to provide an enjoyable YMCA experience. • Evaluate swimmers’ skills; provide skills needed to master strokes. • Ensure fair practice and swim meet experience • Coach must supervise the entire swim meet, including warm-ups, practice dives, events, etc., ensuring the safety of the swimmers • Conduct practices with energy and enthusiasm • Provide support and encouragement to participants • Incorporate character development objectives into the program to reinforce the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility • Regularly check equipment for necessary repair or replacement • Provide excellent service to members and participants • Communicate all YMCA rule and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable • Attend staff meetings and trainings as required • Provide excellent service to members and participants • Communicate all pool rules and ensure that you are accessible and identifiable What you can expect: • Support from an amazing team which includes training you on expectations • Opportunities to learn & grow at the YMCA • Being a part of a non-profit organization that works to make the community stronger • Great members to work with every day! After reading this, if you’re thinking this is me- we want to meet you! Get the ball rolling with our quick, 3-minute online application. The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The Greater Philadelphia YMCA is an equal opportunity employer. The Y considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable laws.

Private and Semi Private Swim Lessons

Private Swim Packages:

Five Session

  • Members: five lesson package - $185
  • Non-members: five lesson package - $370

One Session

  • Members: one lesson package - $45
  • Non-members: one lesson package - $90

Semi-Private Swim Packages:

  • Members: five lesson package - $140
  • Non-members: five lesson package - $280

Members who are interested in lessons can register or make a registration request through our member portal. Private and semi-private lessons are only available at select branches.