Swim Lessons Instructor

City of Great Falls•Great Falls, MT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Swim Lessons Instructors are responsible for teaching swimming lessons of various levels and age groups and ensuring the safety of the pool patrons at the Scheels Aim High Big Sky Aquatic and Recreation Center. Work is performed under the direction and supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator and other supervisory staff.

Requirements

Must be at least 15 years old.
Knowledge of the 4 basic strokes is essential.
Current CPR/AED & First Aid certifications or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
Must be a skilled swimmer and able to pull weight through the water.
Must be physically able to assist rescue someone drowning or injured in the water.
Must possess or the ability to obtain a valid Montana driver’s license within 6 months of employment.
Ability to enforce pool regulations and rules while conducting classes to ensure a quality experience and safety of the patrons.
Ability to work with students of all ages and abilities, preferably in an educational or instructional setting.
Excellent and attentive observation skills.
Ability to resolve problems and answer questions in a courteous and professional manner.
Thorough knowledge of the use and applications of water rescue methods and lifesaving, first aid practices and techniques.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions efficiently and effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, supervisors and the general public.
Strong Swimming Skills
Safety Minded
Strong Communication Skills, both oral and written
Demonstrated Positive Interpersonal Skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in a swim team format or swim instructor preferred.
American Red Cross, YMCA, Royal Canadian Lifesaving Association or equivalent Lifeguard Certificate, preferred.
Current Water Safety Instructor (WSI), certification, preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides swim instruction to students of all ages and skill levels aligned with the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program and promote water safety.
Clearly demonstrates proper swimming techniques, strokes, and water safety skills as outlined in the program.
Provides clear, constructive, and encouraging feedback to participants based on skill requirements and progression.
Accurately assesses participants' swimming abilities and progress, adjusting lesson plans as needed within program guidelines to meet individual needs and learning styles.
Ensures a safe and positive learning environment for all students.
Communicates effectively and professionally with participants and their guardians regarding progress, expectations, and any concerns.
Completes all necessary administrative tasks, including accurate attendance tracking, detailed progress reports using and incident reports according to established procedures.
Strictly enforces policies, rules and regulations to maintain a safe swimming environment and facility.
Promptly warn users of any existing safety hazards in order to prevent accidents and minimize or eliminate hazardous situations.
Contacts emergency medical personnel for serious injuries and reports such incidents to the Aquatics Coordinator immediately.
Reports facility or equipment failures or issues immediately to on duty supervisor.
Performs all other duties as assigned and required.