PT Swim Instructor

The Centers, Inc.; Palos Hills (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

CENTERS, LLC in Palos Hills, IL is seeking a qualified swim instructor to lead preschool, school-age and adult lessons in group and private settings.

The role requires familiarity with national learn-to-swim programs, ability to adapt teaching to participants, maintain safety, and communicate progress. Certification upon hire and CPR/AED are required; prior coaching experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a swim coach and/or strong swimming background.
• Current American Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR/AED required.
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Have familiarity with a national learn-to-swim program and know how to use course materials effectively.
• Adapt teaching approaches to the age, experience and ability of participants to meet course objectives.
• Maintain order and discipline in classes to ensure a safe environment and promote learning.
• Demonstrate skills required for class content and use teaching aids such as kickboards; diving rings, etc.
• Communicate regularly with participants to ensure they are aware of their progress.
• Attend all mandatory staff meetings and area meetings.
• Serve as a role model and maintain a professional attitude to all parents, children and co-workers.

Skills

Swim instruction

Class management

Participant communication

Education

CPR/First Aid certification

Water Safety Instructor Certification

Job description

About CENTERS, LLC

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.

Essential Responsibilities

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

Specific Responsibilities

• Have familiarity with a national learn-to-swim program, other 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 MVCC Health, Fitness & 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 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

Minimum Requirements

• Previous experience as a swim coach and/or strong swimming background
• Required to obtain swim instructor certification through Ellis & Assoc upon hire (training will be provided by site)
• Current American Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR/AED required

Preferred Skills

• Experience in developing swim lesson progressions
• Through understanding of all swimming strokes and skills including ability to demonstrate
• Ability to work with a diverse population of clients

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

• 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.