Swim Instructor

Westminster University•Salt Lake City, UT

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Westminster University is a private, independent, and comprehensive university in Salt Lake City, Utah. For more than 150 years, Westminster has combined academic excellence with a strong sense of community and purpose. Located at the base of the Wasatch Mountains, the university offers the energy of a growing metropolitan area alongside world-class outdoor recreation just minutes from campus. Our campus is collaborative, student-centered, and grounded in academic integrity. Faculty and staff work closely with students to foster critical thinking, career readiness, and meaningful engagement beyond the classroom. Employees are supported in their professional growth and encouraged to bring forward ideas that strengthen the university. Westminster is committed to creating a workplace where people thrive – offering flexibility, generous time off, and a culture that values balance, inclusion, and innovation.

Requirements

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Training
More than 1 year experience teaching swim lessons
CPR/AED and First Aid – Required within 3 months of hire
Excellent customer service
Responsible in nature
Strong leadership and communication skills
Team Player
Comprehensive understanding of programs offered through the Fitness, Wellness, and Recreation Department
Positive and collaborative spirit

Responsibilities

Teach individual and group swim instruction to members of the Eccles Health, Wellness, and Athletic Center.
Cover skills and knowledge in a logical progression for aquatic skill development.
Teach adults and children's Learn-to-Swim levels 1 through 6, Parent and Child Aquatics, and Water Safety Outreach Classes.
Incorporate knowledge and application of different teaching styles to the experience, ability, and culture of participants so that they can achieve course objectives.
Prepare the appropriate lesson for the level of class.
Maintain attendance and evaluation methods of each participant.
Enforce safety regulations and facility policies.
Be proactive in looking for potential dangers and unsafe behaviors.