Swim Instructor

Convent of the Sacred Heart • New York, NY

3d • $45 - $60

About The Position

Convent of the Sacred Heart’s Swim School is looking for passionate swim instructors to work with swimmers aged 3 and up in private, semi-private, and group format. The Swim Instructor will deliver lessons based on the Sacred Heart Swim School curriculum while ensuring a safe, enjoyable experience for the swimmers. This is a part-time position with variable hours on weekday afternoons and weekends. The swim instructor will be responsible for teaching water safety and swimming skills to students aged 3 years through adulthood. The schedules will vary, but instruction may occur weekdays from 3-5 pm and Saturdays from 9 am-1 pm.

Requirements

• Working towards a high school diploma, GED, or higher
• Thorough knowledge and application of swimming and water safety or coaching experience preferred
• One-year experience preferred
• CPR-PR/AED/First Aid
• Knowledge/experience with American Red Cross Water Safety curriculums
• Ability to swim/teach basic to advanced swimming techniques
• Excellent customer service skills, energetic, enthusiastic, and motivational
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to build relationships with members of all ages
• Comfortable working with all age groups, including very young children
• Ability to demonstrate patience and empathy
• Ability to handle and resolve conflicts in a professional, tactful manner
• Capability to work independently
• Ability to make decisions quickly and easily
• Be flexible with work hours

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver effective lesson plans for clients, based on their skill level
• Ability to adapt to the age, experience, and ability of participants so they can meet course objectives
• Competent at teaching all levels in the swim program curriculum
• Communicate progress regularly with participants/parents
• Complete records and reports as required
• Participate in regular in-service training sessions
• Ensure all teaching and practice areas are free of hazards and materials/equipment are safe
• Provide for the health and safety of participants
• Recognize and respond effectively in emergencies in accordance with facility emergency action plans
• Enforce aquatic facility policies, rules, and regulations
• Complete additional duties as assigned by the supervisor

What This Job Offers

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