Swim Instructor (Part-time)

City of Eden Prairie • Eden Prairie, MN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Swim Instructor supervises and promotes safety in Eden Prairie pools and provides swimming instruction for participants ranging from 6 months old through adults. Lessons are taught in accordance with American Red Cross guidelines, including the Learn to Swim Program. The instructor may also teach private swim lessons and other water safety courses as needed or desired.

The position is part-time, ongoing, and designated as temporary/seasonal. It is non-exempt and starts at $16.00 per hour, depending on qualifications. The expected start date is November 2026. The role is based at the Eden Prairie Community Center in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Hours vary and are primarily weekday evenings and weekends. The position reports to the Recreation Supervisor- Aquatics.

Requirements

• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification is required or the candidate must be willing to obtain it; certification is not required to apply, and training is available upon hire.
• Must instruct swimming lessons in accordance with the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program.
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends.
• Must be able to swim all strokes successfully in accordance with American Red Cross guidelines and swim at least 200 yards consecutively.
• Must be able to lift and move objects.
• Must successfully complete the City’s skills assessment if invited to interview, before receiving a conditional job offer.
• Must successfully complete the City’s pre-employment process before the first day of employment, including professional reference checks, a background check, and work verification.
• Able to communicate messages clearly and concisely, in writing and verbally, and adapt communication to different settings and styles.
• Able to perform or coordinate multiple activities and tasks professionally, prioritize work, stay organized, use tools for efficiency, plan with multiple considerations, and establish methods for completing routine tasks.
• Able to solve problems using a logical, systematic approach; compare alternatives; notice discrepancies and inconsistencies; and identify relevant considerations for analysis and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Instruct swimming lessons for participants ages 6 months through adults in accordance with American Red Cross guidelines.
• Teach private swim lessons and other water safety courses as needed or desired.
• Ensure participants’ safety at all times during lessons.
• Enforce beach and pool policies consistently and professionally.
• Complete necessary paperwork to document swim lessons.
• Perform a variety of duties as part of the City team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed