WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR

MANDEL JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF THE PALM BEACHES INC • Boynton Beach, FL

7d • $16 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

To create a positive learning environment for swim instruction for all age groups. Responsibilities include age group coaching duties with emphasis on safety, proper skill development, seasonal planning, daily workouts, goal setting and promotion of both competitive swim and team goals.

Requirements

• Current certification as an American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
• Current Certification in American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer are required.

Nice To Haves

• Current certifications in the following are preferred: American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and First Aid

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of swim team/ lesson members, performing lifesaving and/ or first aid procedures when necessary.
• Enforce team rules and policies as well as pool rules and regulations.
• Provide for the health and safety of participants, including ensuring that all teaching and practice areas are free of hazards, and that materials and equipment are safe.
• Conduct swim team workouts and provide instruction to swim team members: enhance their swimming skills and development.
• Communicate regularly with participants and their parents, as appropriate, to ensure they are aware of progress.
• Perform various clerical duties in support of the swim team such as responding to parents and swimmers’ questions and memos, (in person, via email or phone) creating workouts, taking attendance, and assisting with meet entries as needed.
• Be Familiar and operate a variety of pool, office and coaching equipment including computer, copier or assigned software.
• Complete records and reports
• Participate in regular in-service training sessions.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by supervisor such as lifeguarding as needed, assisting with picking up/drop off children from preschool, filling in for the Aquatics Manager when not present, (including teaching learn to swim classes for preschool)
• Responsible for maintaining positive, courteous, and professional relationships with all JCC staff, professional staff from other related agencies and the greater community.

Benefits

• In addition to stimulating and rewarding work, you will enjoy a friendly family-like atmosphere that values your mental and physical well-being.
• JCC employees can use the on-site fitness facilities and take part in all the programs available.
• Competitive salaries and generous holiday, vacation, and healthcare plans underscore your importance to the JCC.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees