Swimming Instructor

City of Detroit, MI • Detroit, MI

83d

About The Position

Under general supervision, directs and organizes the swimming activities of a community center, or has charge of a swimming pool, and provides instruction in swimming.

Requirements

• Completion of two (2) years of college coursework in physical education, community recreation, or a related field.
• One (1) year of experience teaching swimming.
• Candidates must be able to complete a demonstration of swim skills including the following techniques: Swim 200 yard Front Crawl, and a 100 yard Breaststroke; Tread water for 2 minutes using only legs; Perform shallow water rescues, deep water rescues, escapes, back boarding skills, and a timed retrieval of a 10 pound brick.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in community recreation, physical education or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and directs swimming classes.
• Provides lessons in all swimming strokes, water games, and diving and lifesaving techniques.
• Oversees water safety for participants and provides first aid when necessary.
• Maintains order, in and around pools.
• Arranges and encourages participation in swimming meets, diving exhibitions and other aquatic programs and competitions.
• Selects and coaches individual participants and teams in activities.
• Promotes community interest in swimming and related sports.
• Enforces Recreation Department rules and regulations for pool usage.
• Inspects pools, locker rooms and lockers for cleanliness.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees