Swim Instructor

Hospital for Special Care•New Britain, CT

24d•$17 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Aquatic Rehab Center Swim Instructor designs and teaches swimming lessons in private or group settings according to Water Safety certification standards. The instructor provides safe, effective instruction to participants with varying swimming abilities and ages, plans lessons, evaluates swimmers’ skills, and follows safety and infection-control procedures. The role works primarily indoors around water, with frequent and sometimes unpredictable schedule fluctuations, and may involve responding to water, medical, or behavioral emergencies. In the event of an absence, the instructor is responsible for finding shift coverage; staff who cannot secure coverage are expected to work their assigned shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification.
CPR certification, including Automated External Defibrillation (AED).
One year of experience as a Water Safety Instructor.

Nice To Haves

American Red Cross Adapted Aquatic Instructor certification.

Responsibilities

Design and teach swimming lessons to participants of all ages and swimming abilities, following the general teaching outlines of the American Red Cross Swimming Program.
Plan and organize lesson plans, methods, and goals to provide quality instruction.
Evaluate swimmers to determine whether skill requirements have been met and assign grades according to the criteria for each level.
Follow regulations, policies, standards of practice, and procedures for safety, accident prevention, and infection control.
Participate in equipment setup, use, care, storage, and maintenance.
Find coverage for an assigned shift in the event of an absence; work the assigned shift if coverage cannot be secured.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus eligibility.
Employer-subsidized medical and dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match of up to 6%.
Paid time off.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance.
Employee wellness programs with access to the onsite fitness and aquatics center.
Employee referral bonus program.
Employee recognition and appreciation initiatives. Eligibility for certain benefits depends on scheduled hours worked.