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 lessons to participants with varying swimming abilities and supports the American Red Cross Swimming Program’s general teaching outlines. The role works primarily indoors around water, with frequent and sometimes unpredictable schedule fluctuations.

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.
Ability to teach participants with varying swimming abilities and provide safe, effective instruction.
Ability to meet the cognitive and communication demands of the job, including written reporting, problem-solving, quick decision-making, active listening, and communicating complex ideas.

Nice To Haves

American Red Cross Adapted Aquatic Instructor certification.

Responsibilities

Design and teach swimming lessons to participants of all ages and varying swimming abilities, following the general teaching outlines provided by the American Red Cross Swimming Program.
Plan and organize lesson plans, methods, and goals to provide high-quality instruction.
Evaluate swimmers to determine whether skill requirements have been met and assign grades using the criteria for each level.
Follow regulations, policies, standards of practice, and procedures for safety, accident prevention, and infection control.
Participate in equipment management, setup, use, care, storage, and maintenance.
Maintain alertness to observe swimmers and prevent accidents and drownings; make critical decisions about swimmer behavior and the need for lifesaving responses.
Prepare written reports, including accident and incident reports, and communicate clearly with participants and others.
Adjust and prioritize the schedule to adapt to events as needed.
Find shift coverage in the event of an absence; staff who cannot secure coverage are expected to work their assigned shift.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus eligibility.
Employer-subsidized medical and dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
403(b) retirement savings plan with an 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.