Aquatic Recreation Instructor

Cosumnes Community Services District•Elk Grove, CA

About The Position

The Cosumnes Community Services District Parks and Recreation Department is hiring part-time, seasonal Aquatics Recreation Instructors. Under general supervision, the instructor teaches recreation and leisure enrichment classes to participants of varied ages and skill levels. Specialized classes may include Deep Water, Aqua Yoga, Water Stretch, and Water Interval Fitness. Depending on the assignment, instructors may develop and implement curriculum and budgets, procure supplies, and help train support staff. Scheduled hours are limited to 960 per year, and assigned hours may change according to program or department needs. The position pays $26.89–$28.68 per hour; new employees are typically appointed at step 1, with higher appointments considered based on experience, education, or unique skills and knowledge, up to the midpoint of the range. The position is open until filled, and early applications are encouraged. Work takes place indoors or outdoors depending on the classes taught. Outdoor work may involve varying weather, noise, moisture, dust, vibration, heat, and cold. The role may require travel by vehicle to off-site indoor and outdoor locations throughout the District. Instructors are required to work shifts, weekends, and holidays. Part-time employment is at-will. Applicants who advance may participate in a Zoom panel interview. A conditional offer is contingent on reference checks, a California Department of Justice criminal background check, drug screening, and verification of U.S. work authorization through E-Verify.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of teaching and/or coaching in the area of instruction, or an applicable degree or certification/designation in that area.
Possess or be able to obtain First Aid and CPR/AED certification within the first 30 days of employment and maintain the certification throughout employment.
Be at least 18 years of age.
Communicate effectively and tactfully, orally and in writing, with participants, facility users, contractors, vendors, District personnel, and the public.
Understand and prepare reports and forms, including accident, incident, behavior, emergency, registration, and Hold Harmless forms, using prescribed formats.
Lead a classroom and provide clear instruction and guidance.
Use independent judgment to address routine problems, complaints, safety concerns, injuries, and conflicts between participants.
Have knowledge of recreation program planning, organization, scheduling, coordination, and evaluation methods.
Have proficiency with database, desktop publishing, and word-processing programs, including Word, Excel, Active Net, VISIO, and PowerPoint.
Operate basic office equipment, including calculators, computers, keyboards, printers, peripherals, copiers, and fax machines.
Perform basic arithmetic, including calculations involving decimals, ratios, percentages, and fractions.
Use coaching and instruction methods suited to people of all ages and abilities.
Meet the position’s mobility, vision, dexterity, hearing and talking, emotional and psychological, and driving abilities described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

For water aerobics assignments, a valid Water Aerobics Instructor Certification from the Aquatic Exercise Association, the United States Water Fitness Association, or an equivalent organization is preferred.
Certain assignments may require certifications; when specified, they must be obtained by appointment and maintained throughout employment.

Responsibilities

Provide group or private instruction to recreation participants of all ages and skill levels.
Evaluate participants and teach according to established program outlines, descriptions, and goals.
Maintain course record sheets.
Make minor program modifications to accommodate participants’ ages and abilities.
Develop new curriculum for District programs, including sourcing vendors for program materials.
Assist with updating existing program curriculum.
Assist with developing marketing materials, including requesting and reviewing flyers and class descriptions.
Design and deliver training specific to the instructor’s area of instruction.
Maintain constant watch over patrons in assigned areas and assist patrons in distress.
Provide program-specific training and hands-on instruction to on-site staff as required.
Work assigned shifts, weekends, and holidays.