Grade School Swim Instructor (PreK-4th) 2026-27 School Year

Notre Dame de Sion • Kansas City, KS

7d • Onsite

About The Position

NOTRE DAME DE SION SCHOOL POSITION PROFILE POSITION TITLE: Grade School Swim Instructor (PreK-4th) 2026-27 School Year FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Exempt/Full-Time REPORTS TO: Grade School Principal QUALIFYING CHARACTERISTICS Knowledge and understanding of and commitment to the Sion mission. Be a CPO (Certified Pool Operator). Keep certifications in WSI, Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid current and on file with the Business Office. B.S. in Elementary Education or related subject matter (preferred, but not required). A minimum of two years teaching experience in a PreK-8 school environment, preferably in an independent or private school setting. Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Ability to interact professionally with parents, faculty and staff. Flexibility in working with a variety of faculty across the divisions on faculty committees. Strong ability to work collegially with the Division faculty and support team. Able to set goals and accept professional feedback. Must demonstrate competency with school related technology. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Teach Montessori level and K-4 grade swimmers daily based on American Red Cross “Learn to Swim” progressions. Demonstrate an understanding and ability to modify lesson objectives and activities for a student within a class that requires accommodations for learning due to skill level or other differences. Clearly communicate objectives, behavioral expectations, and safety considerations for the locker room and pool areas. Preliminary evaluation of all students to assess skill level; ability groupings for Montessori through grade 2. Provide a safe environment and close supervision for students in the locker room and pool areas. Demonstrate a classroom management style and lesson plans that keep children as active as possible. Handle discipline with respect and dignity for the child. Keep it fun - regardless of ability, students should have a positive learning experience. Maintenance of the pool Launder towels and other items daily Oversee daily pool operations, maintenance, and compliance with all health and safety regulations Maintains pool chemicals and pool filtering equipment in a safe operating range on a daily basis Maintain equipment on a daily basis, including keeping an inventory of necessary materials and supplies PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Works in aquatic/pool facilities for an extended period of time. Occasionally bend, stoop, and squat. Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs. Work primarily in a traditional climate-controlled environment. The above description covers the most significant duties performed, but does not exclude assignments not mentioned. Notre Dame de Sion Schools of Kansas City is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community. Candidates who have experience working with a wide range of faculty, staff and students and who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences in these areas.

Requirements

• Knowledge and understanding of and commitment to the Sion mission.
• Be a CPO (Certified Pool Operator).
• Keep certifications in WSI, Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid current and on file with the Business Office.
• A minimum of two years teaching experience in a PreK-8 school environment, preferably in an independent or private school setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with parents, faculty and staff.
• Flexibility in working with a variety of faculty across the divisions on faculty committees.
• Strong ability to work collegially with the Division faculty and support team.
• Able to set goals and accept professional feedback.
• Must demonstrate competency with school related technology.

Nice To Haves

• B.S. in Elementary Education or related subject matter (preferred, but not required).

Responsibilities

• Teach Montessori level and K-4 grade swimmers daily based on American Red Cross “Learn to Swim” progressions.
• Demonstrate an understanding and ability to modify lesson objectives and activities for a student within a class that requires accommodations for learning due to skill level or other differences.
• Clearly communicate objectives, behavioral expectations, and safety considerations for the locker room and pool areas.
• Preliminary evaluation of all students to assess skill level; ability groupings for Montessori through grade 2.
• Provide a safe environment and close supervision for students in the locker room and pool areas.
• Demonstrate a classroom management style and lesson plans that keep children as active as possible.
• Handle discipline with respect and dignity for the child.
• Keep it fun - regardless of ability, students should have a positive learning experience.
• Launder towels and other items daily
• Oversee daily pool operations, maintenance, and compliance with all health and safety regulations
• Maintains pool chemicals and pool filtering equipment in a safe operating range on a daily basis
• Maintain equipment on a daily basis, including keeping an inventory of necessary materials and supplies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time