Community Swim Instructor — Flexible Hours, ARC Certified

Grosse Pointe Public School System; Grosse Pointe (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Grosse Pointe Public School System is seeking an energetic Community Education Swim instructor to teach American Red Cross swim classes from Preschool through Level 6. You will develop structured lesson plans, evaluate progress, and issue ARC certificates.

You work directly in the water with swimmers of varying ages and abilities, and will supervise lifeguards as needed. The role requires current ARC certifications (WSI, Lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid, AED) and offers $18+ per hour with flexible

Qualifications

• Current ARC WSI certification required.
• ARC Lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications required.
• Experience teaching swim classes is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Teach ARC swim classes Preschool through Level 6.
• Develop and implement structured lesson plans.
• Evaluate student progress and issue ARC certificates.
• Work in water with swimmers of varying ages and abilities.
• Fulfill lifeguarding duties when solo and supervise when leading a team.
• Operate ADA pool lifts and rescue gear safely.
• Respond to emergencies using First Aid, CPR, and AED.

Skills

Communication skills

Water in-water instruction

Team supervision

Emergency response

Education

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI)

American Red Cross Lifeguarding

CPR

First Aid

AED

Tools

ADA lift operation

Pool rescue equipment

Job description

Grosse Pointe Public School System is seeking an energetic Community Education Swim instructor to teach American Red Cross swim classes from Preschool through Level 6. You will develop structured lesson plans, evaluate progress, and issue ARC certificates.

You work directly in the water with swimmers of varying ages and abilities, and will supervise lifeguards as needed. The role requires current ARC certifications (WSI, Lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid, AED) and offers $18+ per hour with flexible