Swim Instructor

PARK DIST OF HIGHLAND PARK • Highland Park, IL

2d • $16 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Swim Instructors are responsible for teaching group and private swimming lessons to students of a variety of ages and swimming ability levels while creating a positive, engaging, and safe swimming environment. Staff will provide instruction on floating, swimming skills and strokes, and water safety using creative daily lesson plans.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of swim strokes and techniques.
• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Some previous experience with teaching or watching children with a focus on safety.
• Swim independently in shallow or deep water.
• Understanding of swim strokes and techniques of swimming.
• Effectively communicate orally.
• Teach independently and follow provided curriculum as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Nationally recognized Lifeguard Certification preferred but not required.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct group and private swimming lessons to students of a variety of ages and swimming ability levels while creating a positive, engaging, and safe swimming environment; use creativity, patience and positivity when instructing.
• Demonstrate and promote positive guest relations and exceptional customer service; develop positive parent and child relations.
• Instruct, and demonstrate comfort, in water; provide in-water demonstrations of swimming techniques during instruction.
• Plan and implement daily courses based on your student’s level.
• Responsible for the safety of participants; follow all Park District safety standards and procedures.
• Complete all necessary paperwork including daily lessons plans and swimmer report cards.
• Work as a team with other staff including instructors, lifeguards and managers.
• Attend instructor in-service trainings as required.
• Maintain a consistent schedule with minimal interruptions, regular attendance and punctuality.
• Respond calmly in emergency situations and assist as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health & Fitness Membership
• Outdoor Pool Membership and Seasonal Beach Access
• Program and Facility Discounts on a variety of recreational activities including Golf and Racquet Sports.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED