Part-Time Water Safety Instructor

City of Conroe; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free pool membership

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Water Safety Instructor teaches learn-to-swim classes for children and adults, plans and leads designated swimming development sessions and water safety presentations at City facilities.

Applicants must be at least 16, actively pursuing a high school diploma, and hold current Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification (plus CPR/AED and First Aid). The City offers a starting wage of $14.19 per hour and an Equal Opportunity Employer policy.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and actively pursuing a high school diploma.
• Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification, CPR/AED and First Aid or equivalent.
• Knowledge of and ability to teach the American Red Cross Water Safety curriculum; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach learn-to-swim classes to children and adults.
• Plan, conduct and organize designated swimming development classes or water safety presentations.
• Maintain pool area safety and supervise participants during activities.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Swimming

Public safety

Mobility

Education

High school diploma (pursuing)

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Water Safety Instructor is responsible for teaching learn to swim classes to children and adults. Plan, conduct and/or organize designated swimming development classes or water safety presentations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

Minimum of 16 years of age and actively pursuing high school diploma.

Special Requirements:

Must possess current American Red Cross Certifications - Water Safety Instructor (WSI). PCPR/AED and First Aid or equivalent certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and able to teach the American Red Cross Water Safety curriculum.
• Skill in good communication and public relation.
• Ability to swim, bend, stoop, twist and reach when teaching and maintaining pool area.
• Ability to walk frequently to organize and lead participants to and from the water and to identify problems or hazards.
• Ability to lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 lbs., or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent public service skills at all times.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work requires medium and requires the ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crouching, feeling, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, reaching, repetitive motions, speaking, standing, talking and walking.

BENEFITS

The City of Conroe offers an employee assistance program and free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities for all employees. Starting salary for this position is $14.19 hourly.

The City of Conroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment. A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required. Safety-sensitive positions remain subject to random drug and alcohol testing after hire.