Part-Time Swim Instructor — Water Safety & Lessons (Flexible)

JCC Association of North America; Margate City (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Single Adult Fitness Center

Job summary

The Katz JCC of Atlantic County in Margate City, NJ is seeking part-time Swim Instructors to teach water safety and fundamental swimming techniques to participants of all ages, using Red Cross curricula where applicable.

You will plan and adapt lessons, maintain safe learning environments, track progress, communicate with families, and collaborate with aquatics staff. Availability afternoons, evenings and weekends is preferred in this welcoming nonprofit community center.

Qualifications

• Experience with competitive swimming or teaching swim lessons.
• Certification in Lifeguarding/CPR/AED/First Aid preferred.
• Knowledge of stroke mechanics and swimming skills.
• Ability to teach swimming to a wide variety of age groups and skill levels.
• Ability to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver water-safety and swimming lessons for all ages.
• Adapt teaching to participants’ ages, experience and abilities.
• Maintain a safe learning environment and ensure equipment safety.
• Track progress and communicate with participants and parents.
• Respond to emergencies per facility plans and enforce policies.
• Complete records, reports and participate in training sessions.
• Collaborate with aquatics staff to create a positive learning atmosphere.
• Deliver age-appropriate group and private lessons; arrive prepared.
• Provide customer service and address questions or concerns.

Skills

Competitive swimming

Teaching swim lessons

Effective communication

Initiative & problem solving

Physical stamina

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguarding/CPR/AED/First Aid certification preferred

Job description

The Katz JCC of Atlantic County in Margate City, NJ is seeking part-time Swim Instructors to teach water safety and fundamental swimming techniques to participants of all ages, using Red Cross curricula where applicable.

You will plan and adapt lessons, maintain safe learning environments, track progress, communicate with families, and collaborate with aquatics staff. Availability afternoons, evenings and weekends is preferred in this welcoming nonprofit community center.