Swim Instructor

Oshman Family Jcc • Palo Alto, CA

392d • $52,000 - $62,400

About The Position

The Swim Instructor position at the Oshman Family Jewish Community Center (OFJCC) involves providing group swim instruction to students of various ages and skill levels in a safe and enjoyable environment. The role emphasizes fun, water safety, and skill improvement, making it ideal for individuals passionate about swimming and working with children.

Requirements

• Strong swimming background preferred.
• 1+ years of experience being an aquatic instructor preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Customer service oriented commitment to fitness industry/environment.
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certified preferred.
• Lifeguard Training Certified or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire required.
• Experience working with children up to 12 years old.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Self-starter, highly motivated, organized, with good time management and great follow-up skills.

Nice To Haves

• Dynamic personality.
• Enthusiastic, energetic, friendly & personable.
• Ability to inspire and motivate others with great people skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide swim instructions to various levels and age groups.
• Help improve overall skillset and technique of students.
• Perform all swimming strokes and skills taught in all levels.
• Plan lessons, select appropriate drills, and evaluate the student's progress.
• Present proper demonstrations and explain skills, analyze, evaluate and correct performance.
• Maintain a safe and positive teaching environment.
• Create an atmosphere where the student loves swimming and the water.

Benefits

• Free membership at our award-winning fitness center for you and a friend!
• Flexible schedule
• Work life balance
• Personal Development
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Unlimited access to our new R&R room - with a focus on Recovery
• Reimbursement for continuing education certification and conference fees
• Employee discount program
• OFJCC swag
• Fun, motivating workplace
• Free Coffee!!
• Stocked fridge and treats
• Sunscreen provided

What This Job Offers

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