Hourly Student Employment - Swim Instructors

East Carolina University; Greenville (NC); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

East Carolina University is hiring multiple Swim Instructors for on-campus, hourly student employment. Instructors will deliver structured swim lessons, develop lesson plans, and provide feedback to learners of all ages, ensuring safety and positive learning experiences.

Requirements include a valid Water Safety Instructor certification (or relevant experience), ability to lift 50 lbs, and flexible availability including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must have valid Water Safety Instructor certification or relevant experience teaching swim lessons.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Availability for flexible scheduling including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Previous swim instruction experience is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with various participants and families.

Responsibilities

• Teach structured swim lessons to various groups, including children, adolescents, and adults.
• Develop and implement effective lesson plans tailored to participant skill levels and learning objectives.
• Provide constructive feedback and positive reinforcement to enhance participants’ swimming skills.
• Ensure participant safety throughout lessons and maintain open communication with participants and guardians.
• Document participants’ progress and provide recommendations for continued skill development.
• Support the promotion and registration processes for swim programs.
• Deliver excellent customer service and foster a welcoming environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Flex scheduling

Physical ability

Swim instruction experience

Education

Water Safety Instructor certification

Job description

Hourly Student Employment - Swim Instructors

Position Title Hourly Student Employment - Swim Instructors

Posting Number

Posting Number 08250

Position Number

Position Number 08250

Student Job Category

Student Job Category Student - Hourly Job

Position Location

Position Location On-campus

City

State

State NC

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 10

Rate of Pay

Rate of Pay $13.00/hourly

FLSA Status

FLSA Status FLSA Non-exempt

Will the position be subject to the CBC policy?

Will the position be subject to the CBC policy? Yes

Job Description

ECU Department of Campus Recreation and Wellness is currently hiring several Swim Instructors. Swim Instructors will deliver engaging swim lessons to participants of all ages and skill levels, ensuring a safe and positive aquatic learning environment.
Responsibilities:

• Teach structured swim lessons to various groups, including children, adolescents, and adults.
• Develop and implement effective lesson plans tailored to participant skill levels and learning objectives.
• Provide constructive feedback and positive reinforcement to enhance participants’ swimming skills.
• Ensure participant safety throughout lessons and maintain open communication with participants and guardians.
• Document participants’ progress and provide recommendations for continued skill development.
• Support the promotion and registration processes for swim programs.
• Deliver excellent customer service and foster a welcoming environment.

GPA Requirement

GPA Requirement Minimum of 2.0

Qualifications:

• Must have valid Water Safety Instructor certification or relevant experience teaching swim lessons.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Availability for flexible scheduling including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Previous swim instruction experience is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with various participants and families.

License/certification required

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA ) should contact the ADA Coordinator at [phone] (Voice/ TTY ) or ADA [e-mail] .

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. All offers of employment are conditional and subject to verification of background information, with satisfactory results required before the start of the position.

Eligibility for Employment

Individuals submitting profiles for these positions must be current ECU students, in good-standing and meet the respective GPA requirement as required by the position type. Final candidates may be subject to criminal & sex offender background checks based upon the duties and responsibilities of the position. Some vacancies also require motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at [phone] or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [e-mail] . Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST .

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you currently have your Lifeguard certification, Lifeguard Instructor certification or Water Safety Instructor certification?
  • Lifeguard Certification
  • Lifeguard Instructor Certification
  • Water Safety Instructor Certification
  • No I'm not certified, but I would like yo get the necessary training.