Water Safety Instructor

City of Salida•Salida, CO

1d•$18 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for creating aquatic lesson programs, classes, and activities and performs beginner to intermediate level instruction and guidance to participants as outlined by the American Red Cross criteria.

Requirements

Demonstrate above-average swimming skills.
Knowledge of fundamentals and techniques of specified program, class, or activity sufficient to be able to perform a variety of duties related to the work assignment.
Ability to make necessary decisions to ensure safe and well-run programs.
Comfortable working with people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
Possess highly developed organizational and communication skills.
Capable of giving, receiving, and implementing oral and written directions.
Knowledge of the pool’s lifesaving and emergency equipment.
Knowledge of the SHSAC policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the American Red Cross policies and procedures.
Represent Salida Parks & Recreation and the City of Salida in a positive manner.
Current Water Safety Instructor, First Aid, CPR and AED certifications or ability to obtain them.
Must be able to work in a warm, humid indoor climate with exposure to chemically treated water and teach in the water for 1 to 3 hours.
Moderate lifting to assist students and use equipment.
Must be physically fit and be able to perform rescues as needed.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of duties associated with instructing or leading American RedCross Learn to Swim programs.
Develop curriculum and instruction plan to achieve established objectives.
Execute instructional plans using prescribed and accepted teaching methods, which includes coaching of groups or individuals.
Communicate relevant program information with participants and personnel.
Provide a safe and supportive learning environment for all participants.
Monitor and follow adherence to facility rules, policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Evaluate physical skill and ability and communicate progress to program participants and make recommendations for improvement.
Effectively communicate with a variety of program participants and non-participants to answer questions and follow up on program participation and guidance as necessary.
Promote positive public relations with students, parents, patrons, and staff.
Set up and take down equipment prior to and after the program, class, or activity.
Review completed participant program evaluation forms and use findings to increase program and instructional effectiveness.
Maintain current certification through American Red Cross.
Other duties as assigned.