Masters Swim Coach

Bend Park and Recreation • Bend, OR

30d

About The Position

Masters Swim Coaches lead safe and rewarding swim practices, assisting individuals to achieve their personal fitness goals.

Requirements

• Strong Knowledge of: Recreational activity for which providing instruction and/or supervision;
• Theory, principle and practices for specialized area; and
• Exercise physiology, anatomy, kinesiology, and current swim fitness, drills, training and techniques.
• Skill and Ability to: Demonstrate initiative, lead swim practice utilizing a variety of techniques, styles and formats
• instruct and provide for the needs of a variety of ages and fitness levels
• Communicate effectively; strong planning, organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate a positive, motivating and caring demeanor when teaching
• Physically perform the duties associated with this position
• Work cooperatively with others and create a positive
• Constructive relationship with staff and the general public.
• Education, Experience and Training: High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework or vocations training with emphasis in related field preferred; AND Two (2) years of professional level experience in area of specialty; OR Any satisfactory combination of education, experience and training.

Nice To Haves

• Some teaching experience preferred.
• Preferred certification American Swim Coaches Association Level 1.

Responsibilities

• Plans and instructs assigned Masters practices.
• Plans, organizes and implements curriculum based upon overall program
• Closely supervises participants to ensure a safe experience.
• Assists participants in developing and achieving their individual goals.
• Communicates with staff regarding facility, equipment and supply needs.
• Sets up, takes down, and cleans up after class as required.
• Maintains required course records, including attendance.
• Maintains daily upkeep and care of equipment, supplies, and facilities used.
• Attends required staff meetings and training sessions.
• Manages accidents and incidents according to procedures
• Acts as a Mandatory Reporter; reports incidents of child abuse/neglect.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Part-Time, Non benefited
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What This Job Offers

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