Water Safety Instructor - Part-Time

City Colleges of Chicago•Chicago, IL

37d•$35

About The Position

Olive-Harvey College, One of the City Colleges of Chicago, is seeking Experienced Water Safety Instructors with sound knowledge of proper swim techniques and water safety rules to teach group and/or private Learn-to-Swim lessons to children and adults. This position serves to inspire, motivate, and empower individuals of all skill levels to learn in an environment that is safe and comfortable to accomplish swimming goals.

Requirements

Resume
High School Diploma or GED
American Red Cross Certification(s): Water Safety Instructor or Basic Swim Instructor, First Aid, and CPR with AED (Valid)
Pre-Employment Aquatic skills assessment

Nice To Haves

Prior Experience as Certified Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor
Lifeguard certification (Valid)

Responsibilities

Teach Aquatic Safety in and around water
Assess swimmers existing aquatic capabilities and plan swim lessons to teach to the level best suited for their unique swimming abilities and progressive development
Identify inefficient swimming techniques and offer modifications to correct
Monitor students to prevent accidents or potential injuries
Recognize and respond swiftly and efficiently to all aquatic emergencies
Complete necessary aquatic daily reports and/or incident forms
Participate in In-Service Training
Maintain a clean and safe aquatic facility
Effectively work as a TEAM with other Aquatic Instructors, Lifeguards, Facilities and Management
Flexibility to work early morning, day, evening, and/or weekend hours as needed