Swim Instructor

Exos•St. Paul, MN

2d•$15 - $20

About The Position

Exos is seeking a Swim Instructor to teach students of various ages and skill levels according to the facility’s instructional guidelines. The instructor plans lessons, selects appropriate drills, evaluates student progress, demonstrates and explains skills, and analyzes and corrects performance. The role includes helping students feel comfortable, maintaining a safe and positive teaching environment, and communicating progress to students or their parents when appropriate. The instructor also attends in-service training, keeps accurate records, prepares course completion certificates, promotes a professional image, and explains and enforces facility rules, policies, and procedures. Other tasks may be assigned. The position requires current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications and a current Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification, or the ability to obtain these certifications by the time of hire. Prior lifeguarding or swim lesson teaching experience is preferred but not required. Applicants must be at least 16 years old.

Requirements

Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications, or the ability to obtain them at the time of hire.
Current Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification, or the ability to obtain it at the time of hire.
Must be at least 16 years of age.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience lifeguarding or teaching swim lessons.

Responsibilities

Teach various levels and age groups in accordance with the site’s instructional guidelines.
Plan lessons, select appropriate drills, and evaluate students’ progress.
Demonstrate and explain skills, analyze and correct performance, minimize fear, and use appropriate teaching devices.
Maintain a safe and positive teaching environment.
Attend all in-service trainings.
Maintain accurate records and prepare course completion certificates.
Perform all swimming strokes and skills taught in all levels.
Communicate each student’s progress to the student or, where appropriate, the student’s parents.
Project and promote a professional image.
Explain and enforce facility regulations, policies, and procedures to patrons.
Perform other tasks as assigned.