Water Safety Instructor

City of Lewisville, TX

39d • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Aquatic Supervisor and Assistant Aquatic Supervisor, the Water Safety Instructor implements lesson plans for group swim lessons, assists individuals scheduled for private and semi-private swim lessons, and helps educate guests about water safety. The instructor organizes and directs Swim Lesson Aides who assist with classes and ensures the safety of class participants.

The role is based in and around swimming pools, aquatic facilities, and pool decks, indoors and outdoors. It involves frequent public interaction and may include exposure to heat, humidity, direct sunlight, weather, chlorine, pool chemicals, and wet or slippery surfaces. Work may take place in noisy, crowded environments and requires continuous attention to swimmers and staff.

The facility operates seven days a week, from early mornings through evenings. Team members typically work standard eight-hour shifts, which may vary with facility needs. Scheduling is flexible and may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Employees provide their own uniform, consisting of a specified swimsuit purchased by the employee and black shorts.

Requirements

• Some high school education required.
• One season of experience teaching learn-to-swim classes required.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Within 30 days of hire, must be able to receive and maintain CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and Current First Aid certifications.
• Must submit to and pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug test.
• Must provide an employee-purchased specific swimsuit and black shorts as the uniform.
• Knowledge of following instructions, safety procedures, and established guidelines; effective communication and teamwork; and respectful interaction with children and individuals of varying ages and abilities.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety practices, and standard operating procedures; communicate clearly with team members, students, and facility guests; demonstrate and assist with exercise movements; and solve problems while maintaining safety.
• Physical ability to walk frequently; bend, stretch, lift, push, pull, and squat; and remain in water for long periods during the day.
• Ability to meet the physical demands and working conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including prolonged standing, walking, and sitting in a lifeguard chair; frequent swimming, climbing, bending, reaching, and lifting; and responding to rescues and emergencies.
• Regularly lift or carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally push or pull up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance; typical daily lifting for certain tasks ranges from 10 to 25 pounds.
• Punctuality, regular attendance, accountability, and ability to work effectively with people regardless of protected characteristics or job type.

Nice To Haves

• Valid American Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate preferred.
• Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of class participants.
• Implement lesson plans for group swim lessons.
• Assist individuals scheduled for private and semi-private swim lessons.
• Help educate guests of all age groups about water safety.
• Organize and give direction to Swim Lesson Aides assisting the class.
• Attend work as assigned and work a flexible schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED