Safety Instructor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Current American Red Cross Instructor certification for First Aid/CPR/AED (or ability to obtain prior to instructing).
• Current American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED provider-level certification.
• Strong communication skills and comfort speaking in front of groups.
• Ability to work independently while following established curriculum and protocols.
• Reliability, professionalism, and strong attention to detail.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Comply with University standards and policies.
• Ensure confidentiality of information.
• Commitment to Butler Recreation and Wellness’s Mission and Values
• Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of vary beliefs, Behaviors, orientations, identities, body sizes, abilities, and cultural backgrounds

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience teaching, training, or facilitating group instruction.
• Experience working in recreation, aquatics, healthcare, education, or safety-related fields.
• Additional American Red Cross Instructor certifications (e.g., CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, Lifeguarding, or other safety programs).
• Prior experience working with adult learners or workplace training programs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED for the Workplace courses in accordance with ARC curriculum standards and Butler RecWell expectations.
• Facilitate engaging, inclusive, and professional learning environments for participants from campus departments, student organizations, and external partners as applicable.
• Lead skills practice sessions, scenario-based learning, and assessments to ensure participant competency.
• Adapt instructional style to meet diverse learning needs while maintaining curriculum fidelity.
• Model proper safety behaviors, emergency response techniques, and professional conduct at all times.
• Ensure all course activities are conducted in a safe manner and in compliance with university risk management standards.
• Respond appropriately to participant questions related to emergency response, injury prevention, and workplace safety within the scope of certification training.
• Accurately complete course documentation, attendance records, and certification paperwork in alignment with American Red Cross and Butler RecWell procedures.
• Maintain required instructional materials, equipment, and training supplies before and after courses.
• Communicate proactively with Aquatics & Safety professional staff regarding scheduling, course needs, or instructional concerns.
• Serve as a representative of Butler University RecWell and the Aquatics & Safety program when interacting with participants and campus partners.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling participant information and certification records.
• Uphold Butler University policies, RecWell standards, and student employee expectations.