Aquatics Instructor

Arch Amenities Group•Ashburn, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Arch Amenities Group, the world's leading spa, fitness and leisure firm, is seeking an Aquatics Instructor. The Aquatics Instructor is responsible for providing quality instruction for all levels of American Red Cross swim lessons to participants of all ages and ability. This position will be intiailly focused on group lesson instruction, there is a possiblity of earning additional income through private lesson instruction.

Requirements

High school education preferred
Community C.P.R. certification
Standard First Aid certification
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certificate
Experience teaching all ages and all American Red Cross level
Effective leadership skills and a strong work ethic
Positive and enthusiastic attitude towards job and facility
Must be able to trouble shoot and anticipate problems
Consistently exhibit team spirit promoting a productive environment
Maintain a character of professionalism and confidence, with a tactful ability to communicate with participants
Demonstrate the ability to cooperate and work with others
Demonstrate consistent integrity, dependability, responsibility and be able to meet deadlines
Possess effective verbal/written communication and expression
Adaptable and flexible under stressful and/or unusual situations
Excellent customer service skills
Energetic, enthusiastic and motivational
Professional manner, discretion, and appearance
Able to show initiative and make decisions
Ability to stand for long periods
Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury
This position required the ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, walk, and talk
The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Normal work hours: varied to include nights, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

Effectively teach all levels of swim instruction under American Red Cross standards, possessing full knowledge of the skills at each level.
Effectively communicate with parents the appropriate class enrollment level for all children.
Maintain a familiarity with the registration process and current class schedules.
Provide ongoing, effective communication with reception desk regarding all classes and programming.
Prepare award certificates, patches, and cards upon completion of the course.
Ensure safety of all swimmers by preventative measures and minimizing hazardous situations.
Enforcement of all pool rules and regulations in a polite and courteous manner.
Provide quick response to emergency situations in water/deck area.
Be knowledgeable on all aquatic information and programming.
Display a professional appearance with appropriate dress/uniform.
Is timely and punctual when reporting to work.
Submits required class records on time.
Ensure the aquatic area is safe, clean and orderly.
Other duties as assigned