Swim Instructor

Midtown Athletic Clubs•Chicago, IL

3d•$26 - $30

About The Position

Midtown is seeking an Aquatics Instructor to join its aquatics team. Aquatics Coaches inspire members through movement, community, and personal attention, encouraging active, social, and healthier lives. They build lesson plans based on the Midtown curriculum, teach to expectations, engage members to build trust and open communication, and maintain aquatics areas and equipment to support a positive member experience. Instructors must be available for group lessons during one or more of the listed periods: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–11:15 a.m.; Monday–Friday, 3:45 p.m.–6:30 p.m.; Friday, 9:35 a.m.–11:50 a.m.; and Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Pay is $26.00–$30.00 per instructional hour, tiered according to experience, education, and certifications. The description outlines general requirements and is not a complete statement of duties; other duties may be assigned as needed to ensure proper department operations. Midtown is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Have two years of experience with a recognized swim school, or four years of competitive swimming experience, and a passion for working with children.
Have knowledge and enthusiasm for teaching group lessons to children aged 6 months to 36 months, 3 to 5 years, and 6 to 12 years.
Possess the ability to provide multisensory instruction using auditory, visual, tactile, and kinesthetic approaches.
Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to deliver information clearly, concisely, and promptly.
Embody Midtown's stated values: a Win Together attitude, a Glass Half Full mindset, passion for helping others, striving to be better than yesterday, and kindness.