Head Swim Instructor (Internal Only)

Willamalane Park and Recreation District•Springfield, OR

6d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Monitors, provides mentoring and direction/assistance to swim instructors; instructs swimming classes, as needed; actively interacts with parents/guardians and participants in the program; does related work as required. An employee in this classification is responsible for providing direction and assistance to swim instructors in addition to instructing swimming lessons, as needed. Work is performed under the supervision and oversight of an Aquatics Supervisor and Aquatics Programming Coordinator.

Requirements

Considerable knowledge of Willamalane Park and Recreation Districts water safety and swim curriculum
Experience training fellow instructors through the shadow training process or in staff in-services
Knowledge of Willamalane Park and Recreation District's Aquatic Emergency Action Plans and the role of the swim lesson staff in response to first aid and emergency procedures.
Effectively communicate and collaborate with community members and staff, adeptly addressing service, safety, and operational concerns, while fostering efficiency and accountability among team members.
Proficient in swim instruction with the ability to teach up to Level Seven in our Willamalane Park & Recreation District Swim Lesson program, demonstrating diverse skills and techniques, and managing classes with organizational competence and rule enforcement.
Equipped with comprehensive training in emergency care, including CPR/AED and first aid.
Integrate experience, training, and judgement to make independent, responsible decisions, overseeing staff performance, facility operations, and guest service delivery.
Exercise professional judgment to manage unusual and emergency situations, interpreting and implementing swim center policies, and fostering cooperative communication with community members and staff.
Provide guidance and support to fellow employees, instructing them on safety protocols during swim instruction programs and creating a positive learning atmosphere.
Remain composed and efficient in emergency scenarios, ensuring adherence to swim center policies and monitoring the safety of students and patrons.
Instruct others on effective responses to emergency situations during swim instruction programs, promoting a safe and secure environment while continually learning and improving.
Experience teaching swimming lessons or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the above-described duties.
Possession of or ability to obtain first aid and CPR certification.
Successful completion of Willamalane’s Swim Instructor training is required.
Drug screen test will be required prior to employment.
Ability to pass a criminal background check will be required prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading and coaching a team of Swim Instructors.
Spanish speaking is preferred; a bilingual rate adjustment is contingent upon passing a proficiency test.

Responsibilities

Provides direction and assistance to swim instructors, including working with children having difficulties and/or suggesting ways to improve teaching techniques.
Recommends topics/subjects for quarterly training; attends and participates in in-service training.
Develops recommendations for more effective instruction and/or departmental policies and procedures.
Responds to a variety of questions/complaints from participants and/or parents regarding the swim lesson program and activities and individual child's progress.
Teaches swimming classes, as needed if the instructor assigned does not arrive for their shift or is occupied (or becomes occupied) by an emergency.
Assists in facilitating New Swim Instructor training classes.
Monitors the safety of students, instructors and other patrons using swim center facilities.
Performs other job-related duties or tasks as required.

Benefits

Paid sick leave beginning with date of hire, 1 hour accrual for every 30 hours worked.
Annual cost of living increase (up to 4% as approved by the Board).
Merit increase (3%) upon successful completion of probationary period and then annually.
Additional $1/hour increase upon successful completion of a Spanish or American Sign Language (ASL) competency test.
Discount on selected childcare programs (see Policy Manual for restrictions).
25-percent discount on certain recreation programs.
Free use of pools for lap and play swim for employee only. Discount for household members.
Free use of fitness center for employee only. Discount for household members.
Free Wellness programs for employee.
Payroll direct deposit is available.