Summer Swim Instructor

HEATHROW COUNTRY CLUB; Lake Mary (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading country club is seeking a passionate swim instructor for the summer season to teach swim lessons and ensure a safe environment for participants. The role requires certification in water safety, CPR, and First Aid, alongside strong swimming skills and communication abilities. Enthusiastic candidates over 18 are encouraged to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to swim 100 yards continuously.
• Must have personable communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons and maintain class attendance.
• Provide a safe environment for class participants.
• Perform lifeguard duties when required.

Skills

Swimming Techniques

CPR

First Aid

Communication

Job description

Seasonal position
Start date: 5/23
End date: 8/3

Description:

Under the close supervision of the Aquatics Director, a swim instructor performs varied routine duties in teaching swim lessons. May be required to perform lifeguard duties when necessary, only if the swim instructor is also current in Red Cross lifeguard certification. Performs other work as required.

Duties:

• Maintains class attendance reports and course records.
• Performs general housekeeping practices in the aquatic facility.
• Provides a safe and positive environment for class participants.
• Communicates regularly with participants and patrons as appropriate, regarding student progress.
• Prepares and delivers technical guidance, age-appropriate, and skill-focused lessons based upon participant’s abilities.
• Completes incident/accident reports as necessary.
• May be required to perform duties as a lifeguard when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
• Must be able to swim 100 yards (4 lengths of the pool) continuously.
• Must be able to swim 25 yards (1 length of the pool) front crawl (freestyle), back crawl (backstroke), breaststroke, elementary backstroke, side stroke, and 15 yards butterfly.
• Must have a working cell phone and email address for contact purposes.

Licenses, Certifications or Registrations:

• Must possess or be able to obtain Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification within 1 month of employment and maintain certification throughout employment.
• Must possess or be able to obtain Red Cross Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR, and AED certification within 1 month of employment and maintain certification throughout employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of current swimming techniques, CPR, and First Aid.
• Ability to effectively interpret and implement the Red Cross curriculum and guidelines for swim lessons.
• Ability to determine the appropriate skill level for participants.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Ability to understand and communicate with children.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to walk, stand, reach, kneel, and lift throughout the working day.
• Ability to see clearly.
• Ability to hear.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, humid, wet, and loud environments.