Indoor Swim Instructor

Des Plaines Park District; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

All recreational facilities at no cost

Pool pass discounts

Fitness center passes

Discounted spaces and programs

Golf facilities access

Staff discounts for programs

GOLF ACCESS

Job summary

Des Plaines Park District in Des Plaines, IL seeks a Swim School Instructor – Prairie Lakes Aquatic Center to lead classes and teach swimming skills and water safety.

You will plan daily courses, ensure participant safety and collaborate with lifeguards and managers, while maintaining punctual attendance and excellent guest service.

Qualifications

• Education: Some high school education.
• Basic knowledge of swim strokes and techniques.
• Attitude: Exceptional customer service attitude.
• Experience with children: Previous experience with teaching or watching children.
• Certifications: First Aid/CPR certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Teach with creativity, patience and positivity.
• Be open to teaching students of different ages, backgrounds and skill levels.
• Comfortable being in water and teaching by example with demonstrations.
• Plan and implement daily courses based on your student’s level.
• Responsible for safety of participants.
• Complete all necessary paperwork including daily lesson plans and swimmer report cards.
• Demonstrate and promote positive guest relations and exceptional customer service.
• Work as a team with the entire staff including instructors, lifeguards and managers.
• Develop positive parent and child relations.
• Attend instructor in-service trainings as necessary.
• Maintain a consistent schedule with minimal interruptions, regular attendance and punctuality.

Skills

Customer service

Education

Some high school education

Basic knowledge of swim strokes and techniques

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Des Plaines, IL 60016
Position Type: Part Time
Salary Range: $16.00 - $16.00 Hourly

About Us

The Des Plaines Park District, established in 1919, features more than 50 parks and facilities. As an Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency, we serve a culturally diverse and growing community with hundreds of affordable recreational and educational programs, classes, and events for kids, teens, adults, and families each season. "Enriching Lives Everyday" is our vision and our constant goal.

Job Identification

Job Title: Swim School Instructor – Prairie Lakes Aquatic Center
Grade: II
FLSA: Non‑Exempt
Department: Recreation

Supervisory Relationships

Reports to:

• Aquatic Manager
• Aquatic Supervisor
• Swim School Coordinator

Basic Function

Through a positive approach, Swim School Instructors will lead classes and teach students swimming skills and water safety.

Essential Duties

• Teach with creativity, patience and positivity.
• Be open to teaching students of different ages, backgrounds and skill levels.
• Comfortable being in water and teaching by example with demonstrations.
• Plan and implement daily courses based on your student’s level.
• Responsible for safety of participants.
• Complete all necessary paperwork including daily lesson plans and swimmer report cards.
• Demonstrate and promote positive guest relations and exceptional customer service.
• Work as a team with the entire staff including instructors, lifeguards and managers.
• Develop positive parent and child relations.
• Attend instructor in‑service trainings as necessary.
• Maintain a consistent schedule with minimal interruptions, regular attendance and punctuality.

Other Duties

• Respond calmly in emergency situations and assist as needed.
• Adhere to Park District safety standards and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

Education: Some high school education. Basic knowledge of swim strokes and techniques.

Experience: 15 years of age or older.

Attitude: Exceptional customer service attitude.

Experience with children: Previous experience with teaching or watching children.

Certifications: First Aid/CPR certification preferred but not required.

Perks & Benefits

• All recreational facilities at no charge during active employment, discounts for dependents.
• A free individual outdoor pool pass to three aquatic facilities, or family pass at 50% discount.
• A free annual or monthly fitness center and/or indoor aquatic center pass.
• Rent meeting/party spaces at 50% discount.
• 50% discount for general programs/pre‑registration (some exclusions apply).
• Contractual classes/programs at a discounted rate.
• All golf facilities at no charge including Golf Center Golf Course, Lake Park and Mountain View Adventure Center.

Des Plaines Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Des Plaines Park District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. If you need any special accommodations, please contact Human Resources at the Park District at 847‑391‑5099 or email at [e-mail] so that we may make the necessary arrangements for you.