Water Safety Instructor

JCCs of North America • Vestal, NY

89d

About The Position

The Binghamton JCC is seeking a motivated Water Safety Instructor (WSI) with all levels of experience and specialties. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing team and build offerings for our members and community. WSIs have the knowledge to teach safe swimming skills from the most beginner swimmer all the way up to an experienced athlete looking to improve their technique. The WSI is tasked with cultivating a sense of community through positive interactions with members and clients and fostering an environment for all to develop necessary habits to encourage the love of swimming for newcomers in a safe and fun environment.

Requirements

• Current Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification

Responsibilities

• Conduct swim skill assessments and screenings to determine clients' swim level and skill status
• Develop and implement personalized lesson plans that align with clients' swimming development goals
• Monitor clients' progress and adjust lesson plans as needed
• Demonstrate correct swim stroke techniques and provide feedback to clients
• Motivate clients and teach them safe habits in and around water
• Harbor a safe and fun learning environment
• Explain the proper way to swim each stroke
• Promote swim lessons and other JCC services where applicable
• Provide a fun, engaging, enriching and safe environment for our JCC members.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
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