Camp Royal Swim Instructor

Hopkins Schools; Hopkins (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated individual to coordinate and teach swimming programs for children. This role involves preparing lesson materials, supervising students, and ensuring a safe and engaging environment. The position requires effective communication skills and a commitment to fostering a positive learning experience. As part of a community-focused team, you will play a vital role in shaping the educational journey of young learners. If you are passionate about education and swimming, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• One year of experience coordinating swimming programs.
• Knowledge of district policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepares materials and teaches lesson plans for classes.
• Supervises children and maintains a safe environment.
• Interacts with parents and community members.

Skills

Coordination of swimming programs

Communication skills

Classroom management

Safety procedures knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Experience coordinating swimming programs

Equivalent combination of education and training

Tools

Computer applications

Job description

Position Type:
Community Education

Date Posted:
5/7/2025

Location:
Eisenhower Community Center

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Prepares and provides materials for classes.

Teaches lesson plans for classes.

Provides direction to the Camp Royal Assistants and Leaders.

Checks students in & out of class and remains with students until all students are picked up.

Completes attendance records, weekly schedules, accident reports, and all other reports as requested.

Interacts with parents and community members in a professional, courteous, friendly, and helpful manner.

Supervises children using positive discipline to maintain an informal, orderly, and safe environment.

Follow district safety procedures and guidelines and ensure that safety precautions are taken in all activities.

Enforces all policies, rules and regulations established by Hopkins Community Education.

Maintains proper care and use of equipment and facilities.

Sets up and cleans up activity areas.

One (1) year of experience coordinating swimming programs.

OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Driver’s license.

District policies and procedures.

Methods and techniques to assist students with swim and recreational programs.

Safety rules and regulations.

Computer applications related to the work.

Maintaining composure and working effectively under classroom conditions.

Exercising good judgment in all situations.

Assisting in the development and evaluation of childcare curriculum.

Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.

Commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.

Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District’s established Core Values.

SUMMARY:
Helps in the development of curriculum and lesson planning for Camp Royal swim camps as part of Hopkins Community Education Programming.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

• Prepares and provides materials for classes.
• Teaches lesson plans for classes.
• Provides direction to the Camp Royal Assistants and Leaders.
• Checks students in & out of class and remains with students until all students are picked up.
• Completes attendance records, weekly schedules, accident reports, and all other reports as requested.
• Interacts with parents and community members in a professional, courteous, friendly, and helpful manner.
• Supervises children using positive discipline to maintain an informal, orderly, and safe environment.
• Follow district safety procedures and guidelines and ensure that safety precautions are taken in all activities.
• Enforces all policies, rules and regulations established by Hopkins Community Education.
• Maintains proper care and use of equipment and facilities.
• Sets up and cleans up activity areas.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

• One (1) year of experience coordinating swimming programs.
• OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

• Driver’s license.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Required Knowledge:

• District policies and procedures.
• Methods and techniques to assist students with swim and recreational programs.
• Safety rules and regulations.
• Computer applications related to the work.

Required Skills:

• Maintaining composure and working effectively under classroom conditions.
• Exercising good judgment in all situations.
• Assisting in the development and evaluation of childcare curriculum.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.
• Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District’s established Core Values.

Hours & Compensation:
Available: June 10 - August 8, Monday - Thursday, 12:30-4:30pm; 40 days total.
Community Education Agreement
Range: $21.05 - $35.08, per hour; DOE.
Position specific Benefits information is available HERE
Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located HERE