Swim Lesson Instructor
About The Position
Provide safe and quality swim lesson instruction for various age groups. Teach class content appropriate to the course description, level and within certification guidelines; monitor participants and assess skills; provide a safe environment for all participants; complete any necessary reports and forms, i.e., course records, attendance records, progress reports, etc.; responsible for finding a dependable, appropriate substitute upon their absence. Perform related work as required and assigned. Enforces all pool rules and regulations. Responsible for preparation of class; prepares lesson plans, organizes teaching equipment; may be required to set-up and break-down materials used for instruction. Average number of hours per week 12-15.
Requirements
- Must be at least 15 years old
- Thorough knowledge of departmental rules and regulations; principles, practices
- Knowledge of swimming strokes and techniques
- Knowledge of teaching methods and techniques that provide positive motivation
- Working knowledge of rules, strategies, and skills
- Organizational procedures
- Be able to proficiently perform various swim strokes for 25 yards
- Demonstrated skill in the operation of equipment necessary to perform the functions of the job
- Instruct large groups of people
- Follow instructions
- Communicate effectively to the participants when teaching
- Analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper courses of action to be taken
- Analyze and correct facility safety hazards
- Write reports as necessary
- Learn and adhere to the facility emergency procedures
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public
Nice To Haves
- Starfish Aquatic Institute Certification preferred
- Previous instructional experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Teach class content appropriate to the course description, level and within certification guidelines
- Monitor participants and assess skills
- Provide a safe environment for all participants
- Complete any necessary reports and forms, i.e., course records, attendance records, progress reports, etc.
- Responsible for finding a dependable, appropriate substitute upon their absence
- Perform related work as required and assigned
- Enforces all pool rules and regulations
- Prepares lesson plans
- Organizes teaching equipment
- May be required to set-up and break-down materials used for instruction
Benefits
- Training provided for selected candidates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
