Lead Water Safety Instructor

Minnesota Service Cooperatives; Orono (ME); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Job summary

A local educational organization is seeking a Lead Water Safety Instructor to plan, coordinate, and teach swimming courses for all ages. Responsibilities include overseeing program aspects, ensuring participant safety, and collaborating with community staff. Candidates should have strong swimming and communication skills, with a Water Safety Instructor Certification preferred. This position offers a starting pay of $25.00 per hour, based on experience, with a flexible schedule on Saturday mornings.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of swimming and water safety skills.
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification preferred; training can be provided.
• Effective teaching and/or practice management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate learn-to-swim and water safety courses.
• Assist Aquatics Coordinator with swim program oversight.
• Monitor and ensure participant safety at all times.

Skills

Swimming skills

Water safety skills

Effective communication

Teaching skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification

Job description

Description

Lead Water Safety Instructor (WSI)

Job Summary

• Responsible for planning, coordinating and teaching learn-to-swim and water safety courses for preschool, youth and adults.
• Assist the Aquatics Coordinator in overseeing all aspects of the learn-to-swim program.
• Provide work direction to Water Safety Instructors and Lifeguards as needed.
• Monitor and ensure participant safety at all times.
• Create conditions which ensure an enjoyable experience for participants.
• Manage participation through respectful and equitable approaches.
• Work collaboratively with Community Education staff to implement a philosophy that is supportive of participants' development in the swimming skills targeted through the activity.
• Communicate effectively with Aquatics Coordinator regarding program needs and developments.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge and application of swimming and water safety skills.
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification preferred. Training can be provided.
• Effective teaching and/or practice management skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in collaboration with others.
• Understanding of the role of parent involvement and the ability to collaborate with parents.
• Commitment to supporting the whole participant in their pursuit of high levels of mastery of skill within the program.

Bargaining Group and Level: NA

Pay Rate

$25.00 per hour starting, based on experience.

Work Schedule

Saturday mornings - Sept-Nov, Jan-March, April-May

Application Procedure

All applicants must apply online at: http://bit.ly/oronojobs

District Website

www.oronoschools.org

Contact

Tiffany Clifton, Community Education Director
952-449-8351 [e-mail]

Tara St. Martin, Adult Enrichment & Aquatics Coordinator
952-449-8397 [e-mail]

Dr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources
952-449-8370 [e-mail]