Student Safety Instructor (Recreational Sports)

Associated Students, Inc.•San Luis Obispo, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Coordinator –Aquatics and Safety, the Student Safety Instructors teach a variety of safety classes offered through the ASI Recreational Sports program. The staff is responsible for adhering to American Red Cross standards, instructing class participants, completing participant evaluation requirements, and promptly communicating course information to the Coordinator – Aquatics and Safety. ASI is committed to supporting the aspirations of the University Learning Objectives. Our employees are expected to make reasoned decisions based on ethics, respect for diversity, and an awareness of issues of sustainability. Additionally, they will work productively as individuals and in groups while communicating effectively. This position is based at the Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo, CA.

Requirements

Must be a currently enrolled student at Cal Poly with a minimum of 6 units (or 4 units for graduate students).
Must be a currently authorized American Red Cross Instructor for First Aid, CPR, and AED
Communication skills adequate to deal with the public, students, faculty and staff
Neat, clean, tactful and courteous to all customers and visitors; promptness and attention to detail are essential
Effective verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Current Instructor status for Lifeguard Training, preferred

Responsibilities

Instruct American Red Cross safety courses in accordance with national standards
Ability to instruct safety courses on nights, weekends, or weekdays
Maintain current instructor knowledge, including ongoing, evidence-based updates to curriculum
Prepare classroom/materials for specific safety courses (handouts, tests, videos, etc.)
Administer and proctor required safety course tests
Complete accurate records and reports
Adhere to course schedule
Enforce and adhere to all policies and procedures
Act in a professional manner at all times
Demonstrate excellent customer services skills
Work independently and objectively
Adhere to all ASI departmental policies and procedures
Awareness of and appreciation for individual uniqueness and diversity
Awareness of safety concerns and risk management
Be familiar with evacuation plan for staff area
Attend all mandatory meetings and training
The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in ASI policy as a condition of their employment.
Other duties as assigned.