Aquatics Instructor

JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF DENVER • Denver, CO

7d • $25 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

JCC Denver is a community hub offering programming in fitness, wellness, aquatics, childcare, and summer camps. The Aquatics Instructor provides quality American Red Cross swim instruction to participants of all ages and abilities, teaching all levels in accordance with applicable standards. The instructor also supports safe and orderly pool operations, communicates with participants, parents, and reception staff, and helps with class-related administration.

Requirements

• Community CPR certification.
• Standard First Aid certification.
• Experience teaching all ages and all American Red Cross levels.
• Effective leadership skills and a strong work ethic.
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude toward the job and facility.
• Ability to troubleshoot and anticipate problems.
• Ability to promote a productive environment and demonstrate team spirit.
• Professional, confident, and tactful communication with participants.
• Ability to cooperate and work with others.
• Integrity, dependability, responsibility, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptability and flexibility in stressful or unusual situations.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and motivational approach.
• Professional manner, discretion, and appearance.
• Awareness of proper body mechanics to prevent injury.
• Proficiency in appropriate computer skills and office equipment.
• Ability to show initiative and make decisions.
• Ability to stand for long periods and to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, walk, and talk.
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and to reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High school education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach all levels of swim instruction in accordance with American Red Cross standards and maintain full knowledge of the skills required at each level.
• Communicate with parents about appropriate class enrollment levels for children.
• Stay familiar with the registration process and current class schedules.
• Communicate ongoing class and programming information to the reception desk.
• Prepare award certificates, patches, and cards when courses are completed.
• Promote swimmer safety through preventative measures and by minimizing hazardous situations.
• Enforce pool rules and regulations politely and courteously.
• Respond quickly to emergencies in the water or on the deck.
• Maintain knowledge of aquatic information and programming.
• Maintain a professional appearance and wear appropriate dress or uniform.
• Report to work on time and punctually.
• Keep the aquatic area safe, clean, and orderly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off accrued from the first day based on years of service and hours worked, in compliance with the Colorado Health Families & Workplaces Act.
• Part-time employees who regularly work 20 or more hours per week receive a complimentary individual membership to the JCC Fitness and Aquatics Center.
• Part-time employees who regularly work 20 or more hours per week can access staff discounts, including up to 20% off JCC Preschool and Summer Camp childcare programs, discounted tickets to Mizel Arts and Culture events, and discounted program and class costs.
• All JCC employees may join the JCCs of North America community, which offers access to a resource center, professional development and networking opportunities, and educational stipends for qualifying employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED