Parent-Tot Swim Instructor

PCC Center•Redwood City, CA

25d

About The Position

The Parent-Tot Swim Instructor provides instruction for both young children and parents through classes that build foundational, water safety skills and comfort in an aquatic environment. This role is responsible for providing swim instruction while creating a welcoming and supportive environment and experience for all.

Requirements

Strong swimming skills and experience in swim coaching, swim instruction, and working with children required.
Maintain current certification in Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, or obtain certification within 30 days of hire.
One year of experience teaching parent-tot swim classes.
Must be in the water and sun for extended periods.
Must be able to hold children (ages 6 months - 3 years) in the water, stand in the water, swim 300 yards continuously (breaststroke or freestyle), and tread water for two minutes without using arms.
Must be able to lift 30 pounds occasionally and 15-20 pounds frequently.
DOJ background clearance required.
Must adhere to and model PCC’s Safe Church policies.

Nice To Haves

Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification.

Responsibilities

Lead a safe, effective, and engaging parent-child swim class focused on water safety and basic skills.
Be able to adapt teaching techniques based on varying skills and comfort of participants.
Be punctual and reliable; if a sub is needed, take full responsibility for arranging coverage.
Know and be ready to execute the facility Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
Escalate concerns to the Aquatics Coordinator and Aquatics Director as needed.
Collaborate with all Aquatics and Center staff to enhance the overall experience for members and guests.
Other duties as they pertain to and aid in supporting the ministry's principal objectives.