Lifeguard Instructor

Salvation Army Careers•Coeur d'Alene, ID

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard Instructor provides instruction and certification for onsite Red Cross courses, including lifeguarding, CPR and First Aid, and Red Cross babysitting. The role teaches students of all ages and ability levels in subjects related to Red Cross certification. Duties include designing instructional programs, preparing lesson plans and materials, presenting subject matter and demonstrating proper techniques, and managing the classroom. The instructor maintains a safe, fair, and enjoyable learning environment; communicates classroom changes to participants; and follows Red Cross course requirements and The Salvation Army’s policies and procedures. The role also requires professional interaction with students, patrons, customers, staff, and management, and reporting facility hazards to the appropriate supervisor.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years old.
Lifeguard Instructor (LGI) certification.
Strong organizational skills.
Working knowledge of and ability to operate a computer.
Ability to function effectively with minimal or no supervision.
Ability to demonstrate skills in the specified instructional area.
Must successfully complete Protecting the Mission training established by The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Ability to work and relate well with people.
Must meet health and safety regulations established by the Health Department and The Salvation Army.
Education philosophy consistent with that of the Kroc Center and The Salvation Army.
Ability to work with children, adults, and staff in leadership, counseling, and education capacities.
Ability to relate joyfully and sensitively to students of all ages and respond to their individual needs.
Ability to use appropriate positive discipline consistently.
Dependability and ability to handle security and crisis situations calmly.
Ability to seek supervision and use it consistently.
Professional attitude and approach to problem solving.
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist intermittently or continuously; grasp, push, and pull objects; reach overhead; and lift and carry 40 pounds.
Must be able to perform essential duties with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

Instruct courses using sound principles and adhere to Red Cross requirements for course facilitation.
Teach learners from beginner through intermediate levels.
Speak and communicate effectively to small and large groups.
Critique participants’ work and provide feedback on their performance.
Provide a safe, fun, and enjoyable learning environment and promote equality and fairness among participants.
Maintain a professional demeanor with students, patrons, customers, staff, and upper management.
Arrive on time and prepared to teach.
Communicate classroom changes or modifications efficiently to participants.
Follow Protecting the Mission policies and procedures and all other applicable Salvation Army policies and procedures.
Apply safety precautions and ensure class members comply with them.
Maintain a safe working environment and report facility hazards or problems to the appropriate supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned.