PT Swim Instructor

CENTERS, LLC; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative management firm is seeking passionate swim instructors to teach individuals of all ages. This role involves providing swim lessons, ensuring safety, and adapting teaching methods to meet diverse skill levels. The ideal candidate will have a strong swimming background and be proficient in communicating progress to students. Join a dynamic team that values professionalism and dedication to client needs, and make a significant impact on the community through effective swim education.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching swim lessons in a group setting is essential.
• Proficient in teaching skills to students at various skill levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide swim instruction for preschool, school age, and adult students.
• Maintain order and discipline in classes to ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Education

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification

American Red Cross CPR

Lifeguard Training and First Aid

Tools

Teaching Aids (kickboards, diving rings, lifejackets)

Job description

Overview

CENTERS, LLC is a professional management firm specializing in facility, operation, and program management for higher education. CENTERS' management approach is customized for each client yet retains our uniform quality. Our firm unites site staff with a centralized administrative team, each contributing to the firm's goals and client needs. The CENTERS team is innovative, entrepreneurial, trail-blazing, and ambitious for both CENTERS and our clients. Today, CENTERS provides management services for 14 clients.

Responsibilities

Essential Responsibilities

Swim instruction for preschool, school age and adult students in group and private lessons.

Specific Responsibilities

• Have familiarity with American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim levels and other Red Cross water safety courses and know how to use course materials effectively.
• Adapt teaching approaches to the age, experience and ability of participants so they can meet course objectives as set by Cleveland State University Campus Recreation Services.
• Maintain order and discipline in classes to ensure a safe environment and promote a learning atmosphere.
• Demonstrate skills required for class content and use teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, lifejackets, etc.
• Communicate regularly with participants to ensure they are aware of their progress.
• Attend all mandatory full staff meetings and specific area meetings.
• Check email and intranet on a regular basis.
• Serve as a role model and maintain a professional attitude to all parents, children and co-workers on and off duty.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification preferred but not required.
• American Red Cross CPR.
• Lifeguard Training and First Aid (preferred).
• Swimming Background.
• Experience teaching swim lessons in a group setting.

Competencies:

• Proficient in teaching skills to students at various skill levels.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Work Environment

• Pool
• Moderate to loud noise

Physical Demands

• Physical conditioning

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.