Aquatics Swim Instructor

Northeastern School District; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a dedicated swim instructor for Northeastern High School to teach swimming techniques, strokes, and water safety to students of varying abilities. The role includes supervising students, planning progressive lessons, and maintaining safety and cleanliness of the pool area.

Qualifications include 3–5 years of swim instruction experience and certifications in CPR, First Aid, Lifeguarding, and swim instruction. Additional school-board accepted credentials are welcome.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a swim instructor
• CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguarding certifications
• Strong knowledge of swimming techniques and water safety protocols
• Other education/experience as accepted by the school board and administration

Responsibilities

• Teaching swimming techniques, strokes, and water safety to students of varying abilities.
• Assisting more experienced swimmers to enhance their abilities.
• Assessing progress and adjusting teaching programs accordingly.
• Monitoring students to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Implementing ground rules for each swim session.
• Planning lessons considering students' abilities and progression.
• Identifying incorrect techniques and correcting students.
• Ensuring pool and locker rooms are kept clean.

Skills

Swim instruction

Water safety

Lesson planning

Education

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Lifeguarding certification

Swim instruction certification

Job description

• Date Posted: 8/4/2026
• Location: Northeastern High School

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teaching swimming techniques, swimming strokes, and water safety rules to students with varying swimming abilities.
• Assisting more experienced swimmers to enhance their swimming abilities.
• Assessing the progress of students and adjusting teaching programs accordingly.
• Monitoring students to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Implementing ground rules for each swim session.
• Planning swimming lessons that take into account students' abilities and progressive development.
• Identifying incorrect swimming techniques and correcting students accordingly.
• Ensuring that the swimming pool and locker rooms are kept clean.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a swim instructor, with a proven track record of successful teaching, preferred.
• Certified in CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguarding; additional certifications in swim instruction are highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of swimming techniques, stroke mechanics, and water safety protocols.
• Other education/experience as accepted by the school board and administration