Learn to Swim Instructor
About The Position
The Learn-to-Swim Instructor teaches all phases and levels of the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program and is responsible for the safety, well-being, and instruction of swimmers. The role includes supervising and continually monitoring participants and patrons during lessons, preparing classes and materials, maintaining class discipline and required records, and ensuring the pool and instructional equipment are ready and properly cared for. Instructors communicate problems to the Aquatics Coordinator or Assistant Aquatics Coordinator, provide courteous customer service, attend required staff meetings and in-service training, and perform other assigned duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
Requirements
- Minimum age of 15 years.
- Current American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED certification required within the first 30 days of hire.
- At least 16 hours of training may be completed in lieu of certifications, within the first 30 days of hire.
- Use instructional skills to encourage learning, demonstrate necessary skills, and provide courteous instruction.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with pool guests, coworkers, and facility management.
- Pursue job responsibilities in a professional and mature manner.
Nice To Haves
- Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification.
- Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
- Previous swim instructional experience.
Responsibilities
- Teach all phases and levels of the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program.
- Supervise, instruct, and constantly monitor program participants and patrons during instructional sessions.
- Attend classes punctually and report to work 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
- Ensure the pool is ready before and after lessons.
- Report problem situations to the Aquatics Coordinator or Assistant Aquatics Coordinator.
- Prepare and plan classes and materials in advance to ensure quality instruction.
- Maintain current planning records required by the Assistant Aquatics Coordinator and/or the American Red Cross in a neat, orderly, and legible manner.
- Maintain effective class discipline.
- Properly care for instructional aides, including kickboards and ring buoys.
- Apply knowledge of Learn-to-Swim program practices and procedures.
- Act professionally and provide quality customer service.
- Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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