Learn to Swim Instructor

Shakeronline; Shaker Heights (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Learn-to-Swim Instructor to ensure the safety and well-being of swimmers. This role involves instructing various levels of the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program while maintaining a positive public relations image and facility appearance. Candidates should possess strong instructional skills and a commitment to customer service. The position offers a chance to make a significant impact on the community by promoting water safety and swimming skills in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about teaching and making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain effective relationships with pool guests and coworkers.
• Current certifications in First Aid, CPR, and AED required within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Instruct all phases of the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program.
• Supervise and ensure safety of participants during instructional sessions.
• Maintain pool readiness and report issues to coordinators.

Skills

Instructional Skills

Customer Service

Effective Communication

Education

American Red Cross WSI Certification

American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification

Previous Swim Instructional Experience

Job description

Job Opportunities

Please submit your resume and/or application by email to [e-mail]. You may also mail it to City of Shaker Heights, Human Resources Dept., 3400 Lee Rd., Shaker Heights, OH 44120.

Download the Employment Application (PDF).

The City of Shaker Heights is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. Effective 2016, the City no longer hires external candidates who use any form of tobacco or nicotine products.

Learn-to-Swim Instructor performs a wide variety of tasks related to the safety, well-being, and instruction of swimmers, and indirect responsibilities to ensure a positive public relations image and proper facility and park appearance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:

• The instruction of all phases and levels of the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim (LTS) program.
• The supervision, instruction and constant surveillance of program participants and patrons during instructional sessions.
• Punctuality and attendance at all LTS classes.
• Reporting to work fifteen (15) minutes prior to scheduled start time.
• Pool readiness prior to and after LTS lessons.
• Relating problem situations to the Aquatics Coordinator or Assistant Aquatics Coordinator.
• Advance preparation, planning for classes, and materials necessary to ensure quality instruction.
• Keeping current and maintain all planning written records as required by the Assistant Aquatics Coordinator and/or the American Red Cross in a neat, orderly and legible manner.
• Maintaining effective class discipline.
• Proper care of instructional aides (kickboards, ring buoys, etc.).
• Knowledge of the practices and procedures in relation to the LTS program.
• The success of the instruction of swimming at swimming pool through the LTS program.
• Acting in a professional manner at all times.
• Providing quality customer service.
• Attending staff meetings and in-service trainings as required.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Pursue job responsibilities in a professional and mature manner through the use of instructional skills to ensure the quality of swim lessons.
• To encourage learning, demonstrate necessary skills, and provide a courteous program.
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with pool guests, co-workers and facility management in a positive manner.
• Willingness to promote the Thornton Park complex and its related programs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum age of 15 years old.
• Current certification in American Red Cross WSI (Water Safety Instructor), preferred.
• Current certification in American Red Cross First Aid, CPR and AED, required within first 30 days of hire.
• Current certification in American Red Cross Lifeguard, preferred.
• Previous swim instructional experience, preferred.
• A minimum of 16-hours of training may be used in lieu of certifications (to be completed within first 30 days of hire).

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

The City of Shaker Heights does not hire external candidates who use any form of tobacco or nicotine products.