Aquatics Instructor

Arlington County VA•Arlington, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Arlington County is currently recruiting for Aquatic Recreation Instructors and/or coaching staff for temporary seasonal employment with the Department of Parks & Recreation (DPR) at the Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center. Arlington County Aquatics is seeking reliable, enthusiastic, positive individuals who can work with children of all ages. Our successful, well-established program offers programs starting from parent and tot classes through preschool and level classes based on the American Red Cross program. Specialty programs include diving, water aerobics, adapted, and beginner, intermediate and advanced adult classes. Arlington Aquatics also offers a competitive swim team (Arlington Aquatic Club) which is an affiliated USA Swimming program for developmental, conditioning and competitive swimmers.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Level I: 400 hours of technical experience in Aquatics
Level II: 800 hours of technical experience in Aquatics, of which at least 50 hours must be as an instructor
Level III: 1200 hours of technical experience in Aquatics, of which at least 50 hours must be as an instructor
Additional education may be substituted for experience requirement, with each year of post-high school education substituting for 400 hours of technical experience. However, additional education may not be substituted for the instructing hours requirement.

Nice To Haves

Previous involvement in a competitive or recreational aquatics program
Current or previous aquatics instruction through coaching or teaching
Experience working with children of all ages
Swimming instructors for all ages and skill levels
Diving instructors
Water Exercise instructors
Competitive swim team assistant/coach
Adapted Aquatics (participants with disabilities)

Responsibilities

Providing tailored Aquatics instruction to student's needs while evaluating student performance
Preparing for class instruction, lesson plans and curriculum
Setting up equipment prior to class and securing equipment after class
Inspecting equipment and reporting unsafe equipment to supervisor
Recommending purchase of supplies and equipment
Completing required class paperwork, such as attendance reports