Roger Carter Swim Instructor - Recreation & Parks

Howard County Government; Maryland; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Howard County Government is seeking a swimming instructor to provide group and private lessons under the supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor. The role supports all ages and abilities, ensuring safety and progressive instruction.

The ideal candidate holds ARC Lifeguarding/First Aid CPR/AED certification, with WSI preferred, and must be able to demonstrate teaching skills during a pre-employment assessment. Teamwork and independent work are both valued.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Certified American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.
• Certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (preferred).
• Pre-employment testing of swimming ability, teaching skills and lesson demonstration.
• Ability to work as an individual and within the framework of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide group and private swimming lesson instruction to all ages and abilities under the general supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor.

Skills

Lifeguarding

First Aid/CPR

Water Safety Instructor

Teaching skills

Teamwork

Age 16+

Job description

***Must be at least 16 years old to apply***

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Provide group and private swimming lesson instruction to all ages and abilities under the general supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor.

DUTIES

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.
• Certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (preferred).
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Pre-employment testing of swimming ability, teaching skills and lesson demonstration.
• Ability to work as an individual and within the framework of a team.

EXPERIENCE

• Instructor I: Certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and six months experience.
• Instructor II: Certified Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and one (1) year of experience.*
• Instructor III: WSI and three (3) years of experience.*

*Must be able to provide record of lessons taught/lesson plans with ages and abilities of participants.

RATE OF PAY

Contingent – Paraprofessional Salary commensurate with experience and employment commitment.

• Instructor I: Minimum Wage - $20
• Instructor II: $20.50-22.00
• Instructor III: $22.50-25.00