Swim Instructor I & II and Lead (Short Term/Temporary) - Part-time

About the Department

This is a short-term/temporary position.

Swim Instructors provide swim lesson, swim training, and water safety instruction while maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment.  Swim Instructors work under general supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator.

Position Duties

 

Swim Instructor I and Swim Instructor II:  

The essential functions of these positions include, but are not limited to:

• Instructs or aids in the delivery of various aquatic and safety programs;
• Instructs swim lessons, aqua fitness, or other similar activities;
• Instructs participants of varying ages and ability;
• Assists patrons with program registration and performs audits as assigned;
• Assists in the promotion of various aquatic and safety programs;
• Teaches using program curriculum as provided;
• Explains and demonstrates skills, provides guided practice and feedback;
• Maintains control of class to provide a safe and conducive learning environment;
• Acts in friendly, enthusiastic and caring manner towards patrons and participants;
• Conveys a fun and positive experience for each participant in class;
• Strives for skill and stroke improvement from each participant;
• Provides feedback to parents regarding their child’s progress in class;
• Fills out progress reports or other paperwork as assigned;
• Refers customers with complaints or concerns to the Aquatics Coordinator;
• Participates in training sessions;
• Inspects and maintains equipment and materials in proper working order;
• Inspects facility for cleanliness, assists in keeping facility clean and free from hazards;
• Reports facility and safety issues to the Aquatics Coordinator;
• Responds appropriately to any emergencies as part of the facility safety team;
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with those contacted in the course of work at all levels, including a culturally diverse public, with a focus on quality service to internal and external customers;

Lead Swim Instructor: 

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Performs the essential functions of a Swim Instructor I and II above;
• Performs the tasks necessary to assist in the supervision and support of swim instructor personnel;
• Assists in determining swim instructor work schedules;
• Assists in the planning and conducting of swim instructor training sessions;
• Assists in the development of various aquatic and safety programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Swim Instructor I:

Swim Instructor II:

• Same minimum qualifications as Swim Instructor I above, and
• A minimum of 3 months experience as a swim instructor.

Lead Swim Instructor:

• Same minimum qualifications as Swim Instructor I above, and 
• A minimum of 6 months experience as a swim instructor.

Minimum Qualifications

Hiring for summer swim lessons running Mon-Thu, June 8 - July 16

This is a short-term/temporary position.

Other Qualifications

Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.