Swim Instructor

Commonpoint Queens; Terrace; On-site; CAD 30,826 - 37,676; Part time

Job summary

Commonpoint Queens is seeking a Seasonal Part-Time Swim Instructor for the Bay Terrace Center. Responsibilities include planning and instructing swim lessons in accordance with American Red Cross guidelines, maintaining safety, and tracking participant progress. Candidates must hold certifications as a Water Safety Instructor and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. The role requires a commitment during summer months, with an hourly salary of $25. This position offers an opportunity to work in a supportive community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Must have American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification.
• Must have American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification.
• Previous experience on a swim team or with swim instruction.

Responsibilities

• Plan and instruct swim lessons in compliance with American Red Cross guidelines.
• Arrive at least 15 minutes before lessons to prepare equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for all participants.

Skills

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification

American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification

Previous experience on a swim team or with swim instruction

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Swim Instructor

Position Type: Seasonal Part- Time | Location: Bay Terrace Center

Agency Overview:

Commonpoint is a multifaceted community center dedicated to sustaining and enhancing the quality of individual, family and communal life throughout New York City, offering services to people of all ages, ability levels, stages of life and backgrounds. They strive to meet the evolving needs of their community of over 100,000 members ranging from providing in-school and after-school programs, professional and career development, assistance with food insecurity, legal services, financial counseling, mental health services, senior classes, dementia care programs, and tax preparation assistance to name a few. Commonpoint has grown tremendously in the last five years and now has a mission-driven staff of 3,000 and over 80 sites in the five boroughs.

POSITION/DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:

Our seasonal Activities Coordinator is an integral part of our team here at the Tanenbaum Family Pool for the summer months. This position is responsible for creating, scheduling, and facilitating the daily activities for the members at the pool club.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Planning all swim lessons that are put on their schedule in accordance with the American Red Cross guidelines and outlines
• Arriving to the pool facility at least 15 minutes prior to their first scheduled lesson to prepare equipment and space
• Instructing all swim lesson participants, both on a 1 to 1 private lesson and a group lesson level
• Remain after classes in order to answer any participant or parent questions
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for all participants
• Evaluate all participants by submitting completed skills sheets, and attendance information
• Present themselves professionally with an appropriate one piece bathing suit, positive attitude, and the highest level of customer service
• Track participant progress through American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim checklists

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: (We can offer both certification classes)

• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification
• American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification
• Previous experience on a swim team or with swim instruction

CONDITIONS

• This position requires staff to be in and around the facility's outdoor pool for their shift during the summer months

JOB DETAILS

Hourly Salary: $25.00

Working schedule: 3-5 days per week

Non-Union Position

Location/s: Bay Terrace Center

Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer