Swim Instructor

Highlands Recreation District; California; On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Highlands Recreation District is seeking a Swim Instructor to provide engaging swim lessons for both adults and children under the supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor.

You will teach group and private lessons, enforce pool rules, maintain the pool area, administer basic first aid, and document attendance and progress for each student.

Qualifications

• Ability to teach swim lessons to adults and children of all abilities.
• Maintain pool safety and enforce rules during lessons.
• Administer basic first aid and respond to emergencies as needed.

Responsibilities

• Teach group and private swim lessons to adults and children of all abilities.
• Use proper teaching tools, equipment and techniques while teaching swim lessons.
• Maintain order and prevent accidents through enforcement of pool policies and rules.
• Attend staff meetings and training.

Skills

Swim instruction

Group lessons

Private lessons

First aid

CPR Certification

Education

Equivalent to tenth grade

Job description

Description

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor, this position provides swim instruction to adults and children and conducts related work as required. Swim Instructors teach, supervise, and assess students of all ages and abilities.

Essential Functions

Teach group and private swim lessons to adults and children of all abilities

Use proper teaching tools, equipment and techniques while teaching swim lessons.

Maintain order and prevent accidents through the enforcement of policies, rules, regulations and ordinances governing the conduct of patrons in the pool area.

Anticipate hazardous situations and take steps to prevent them.

Assist in the set up and clean up for swim classes.

Maintain a clean and debris free pool, pool area and bathrooms.

Maintain swim instructor dress code.

Maintain positive, professional and tactful public relations.

Attend staff meetings and training.

Maintain attendance records and logs.

Exercise patience with difficult people and situations.

Administer first aid and respond to emergent situations.

Assess students and provide timely objective feedback to students and or parents.

Essential Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of instructional methodology and child psychology as it applies to instruction for swim lessons. Knowledge of pool rules and practices. Ability to maintain safety of pool and students in lessons. Remain calm and efficient in stressful situations and emergencies. Ability to work with patrons of all abilities.

Minimum Hourly: $21.00 - Maximum Hourly: $31.00

Commacerate with experience.

Requirements

Qualifications

Equivalent to the completion of tenth grade; additional schooling is desirable.

CPR & First Aid Certification for the Professional Rescuer.

Work weekdays - 2:45 pm - 7:00pm, Saturdays - 9:00am-12:00pm

Desired Qualifications Certified Lifeguard Training is desirable. Certified Water Safety Instructor