Natatorium Swim Lesson Coordinator (Graduate Assistant)

University Of The, Inc.arnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 11,700 - 14,300; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Waiver

Job summary

The University Of The Incarnate Word is seeking a Graduate Assistant – Swim Lesson Coordinator to manage the Swim Lesson Program at the UIW Natatorium. Responsibilities include scheduling swim lessons, recruiting instructors, and ensuring high-quality instruction. Applicants must be graduate students at UIW and have previous lifeguard experience.

This position includes a tuition waiver and hourly pay of $13 for up to 25 hours per week, with varied schedules including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Ability to conduct swim lessons and swim classes.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate scheduling and organization of swim lessons.
• Recruit and supervise swim lesson instructors.
• Maintain accurate participant records and communications.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of swimming, diving, or synchronized swimming

Ability to supervise and direct work

Organizational and time-management skills

Education

UIW Graduate Student

Tools

Microsoft Office

Lifeguard Certification

Job description

Academic Year

2026-2027

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Graduate Assistant – Swim Lesson Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and supporting the administration of the UIW Natatorium Swim Lesson Program. Primary responsibilities include scheduling and organizing swim lesson sessions, recruiting, training, supervising, and evaluating swim instructors, ensuring high‑quality instruction and exceptional customer service, maintaining participant records, and assisting with program promotion and registration. The Graduate Assistant also supports daily natatorium operations as needed, including facility oversight, risk management, and ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all participants. This position reports to the Director of Sports and Wellness.

This is a student position open to UIW graduate students.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate the planning, scheduling, registration, and daily operations of the UIW Swim Lesson Program, including group and private swim lessons.
• Recruit, train, mentor, schedule, and supervise swim lesson instructors to ensure high‑quality instruction and adherence to program standards.
• Monitor swim lesson instruction through regular observations and provide coaching, feedback, and continuing education opportunities to support instructor development.
• Maintain accurate participant records, instructor certifications, attendance, and program documentation.
• Communicate with participants and families regarding class placement, scheduling, program policies, and customer service inquiries.
• Conduct regular evaluations of the swim lesson program and recommend improvements to enhance participant satisfaction, safety, and instructional quality.
• Assist with marketing and promotional efforts to increase participation in swim lesson programs and community outreach initiatives.
• Complete routine facility walkthroughs to ensure instructional areas are safe, clean, and prepared for daily programming.
• Support natatorium operations, special events, and aquatic programming as assigned by the Director of Sports and Wellness.
• Supervise the Natatorium during holiday and school break schedules as required by the Director of Sports and Wellness.
• Understand and represent the mission, vision, and values of the University of the Incarnate Word and UIW Sports and Wellness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products;
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
• Knowledge of swimming, diving, and/or synchronized swimming at the collegiate level;
• Ability to conduct swim lessons and swim classes;
• Ability to plan, organize and schedule staff;
• Ability to supervise and direct the work of others;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills;
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

UIW Graduate Student

Required Work Experience

Previous Lifeguard experience

Preferred Qualifications

One year experience in pool program/setting, sports management atmosphere.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

• CPR and First Aid Certification
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
• Instructor certification

Work Hours

• 20 hours per week required
• Swim lessons are scheduled around pool schedule to include normal working hours, evenings and weekends

Physical Demands

• Ability to swim 500 m in 20 minutes in order to pass lifeguard certification.
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment physical skills evaluation as stipulated by the department.
• This position requires manual labor with the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Reports to

Director of Sports and Wellness

Salary

Tuition Waiver and $13.00 per hour over 20 hours, up to 25 hours

Special Instructions to Applicant

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).