Lifeguard Instructor

Oshman Family JCC; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free membership at fitness center

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays and paid time off

403(b) retirement

Employee discount program

Fun, motivating workplace

Free Coffee!

Job summary

The Oshman Family JCC in Palo Alto, California, seeks a Lifeguard Instructor to support Red Cross course certifications like Lifeguard, CPR/AED, and First Aid. The role includes scheduling classes, evaluating skills, and providing feedback. Candidates must have relevant certifications and be dynamic, friendly, with strong communication skills. The position offers a fun, motivating workplace, free fitness center membership, insurance benefits, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 1+ years of experience as an American Red Cross Instructor preferred.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with management to schedule Lifeguard classes.
• Observe and direct class participants.
• Develop and implement coursework for Lifeguard and CPR/AED.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service-oriented

Ability to inspire and motivate others

Dynamic and enthusiastic

Strong interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

CPR/AED and First Aid Certification

Lifeguard Training Certification

Lifeguard Instructor Certification

CPR/AED and First Aid Instructor Certification

Job description

Pay Range: $25-$30/hour

The Job

We are looking for a Lifeguard Instructor to support campus certification needs for Red Cross courses. The instructor will collaborate with the Aquatics Manager or other department heads on course scheduling, skill evaluations, and skill review. Responsibilities include preparing and implementing all Red Cross certified coursework for Lifeguard, CPR/AED, First Aid, and related trainings. The instructor will observe and direct all class participants, providing feedback and appropriate corrections per Red Cross guidelines and Aquatics Management direction.

The Place

The Oshman Family Jewish Community Center (OFJCC) is a non‑profit organization located in Silicon Valley.

The Core Duties

• Work with management to schedule Lifeguard classes ongoing
• Work with management to schedule First Aid, CPR, and AED courses as needed
• Plan skill reviews that may be in‑water or on dry‑land, select appropriate drills and evaluate the skill
• Effectively communicate each student’s progress to the student and parent, guardian, or manager
• Assist in the development, implementation and marketing of courses

The Essentials

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification – Required
• Lifeguard Training Certification – Required
• Lifeguard Instructor Certification – Required
• CPR/AED and First Aid Instructor Certification – Required
• Dynamic, enthusiastic, energetic, friendly, personable with the ability to inspire and motivate others
• 1+ years of experience being an American Red Cross Instructor preferred
• Excellent communication skills, customer service-oriented commitment to safety
• Ability to multi‑task and adjust priorities when required
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Ability to communicate information clearly (written and oral)
• Must have the ability to inspire and motivate others with great people skills
• Must be a self‑starter, highly motivated, organized, with good time management and great follow‑up skills
• Ability and desire to work independently and as a team member with the community and other employees
• Able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed

The Perks (Some conditions apply)

• Free membership at our award‑winning fitness center for you and a friend
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• 403(b) retirement
• Employee discount program
• Fun, motivating workplace
• Free Coffee!

Benefits exceptions apply, based on # hours worked per week.