Summer Academy Swim Program Support Staff

Horizons Greater Washington Inc • Washington, DC

66d • $15 - $22

About The Position

Horizons Greater Washington seeks enthusiastic, dedicated candidates to serve as Swim Program Support Staff during our Summer Academy enrichment program

HGW seeks enthusiastic, dedicated candidates to serve as Swim Program Support Staff during our five-week summer program focusing on supporting Water Safety Instructors and aiding in swimming instruction.

Requirements

• Strong swimming skills and comfort in deep water. Proficiency in various swim strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke)
• Comfortable assisting others in the water
• A passion for working with young people in learning contexts, especially those designed to address disparities in educational opportunities and outcomes
• Ability to learn from feedback and work as a member of a multidisciplinary team

Nice To Haves

• Experience with swim instruction a plus
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification or the ability to obtain the certification prior to the beginning of the program
• Bilingual English and Spanish

Responsibilities

• Supporting Water Safety Instructors in providing swim instruction to students
• Supporting as water watcher on deck
• Assist with transitions between swim and program transportation
• Coordinate with the Water Safety Instructor and Swim Director regarding material and swim lesson needs
• Monitoring and enforcing all health, safety, and regulatory protocols
• Assist in evaluating program effectiveness through the use of surveys and observations
• Meet regularly with Program Director, Swim Director, Water Safety Instructor, and others as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees