PT Swim Instructor

EASTERN SPORTS MANAGEMENT , LLC in; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor at The Aquatic Center in Mylan Park, West Virginia. The instructor will oversee swim lessons for various age groups while maintaining a safe environment. Ideal candidates have American Red Cross certifications and experience teaching swimming, ensuring effective progress for participants.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching swimming lessons in a group setting.
• Preferred American Red Cross certifications for safety and swimming.

Responsibilities

• Provide swim instruction for preschool, school-age, and adult students.
• Ensure safety and discipline during swim lessons.
• Adapt teaching approaches to participant skill levels.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Communication

Safety Awareness

Education

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification

Lifeguard Training and First Aid

Job description

PT Swim Instructor (Creative Design)

This position will work on-site at The Aquatic Center in Mylan Park, West Virginia. The Aquatic Center includes a community pool, an Olympic-sized competition pool, outdoor splash pad, dynamic fitness room, outdoor track and so much more. It has become a local hub of sports tourism by hosting elite-level regional and national Aquatics and Track events.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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

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 department

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, life jackets, 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 required by the supervisor

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 swimming lessons in a group setting

Competencies

Proficient in teaching skills to students at various skill levels

Physical Demands
Physical Conditioning

Work Environment

Pool

Moderate to loud noise

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.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.