Swim Instructor

Dundee Township Park District; Carpentersville (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Pool Pass

Park District programs discount

Credit Union access

Job summary

Dundee Township Park District is seeking Swim Lesson Instructors to teach essential swimming and water safety skills to participants of all ages. You’ll work with a supportive Aquatics team, delivering engaging lessons and upholding safety policies.

Responsibilities include teaching group/private lessons, communicating with families, and ensuring a positive learning experience while representing the district with enthusiasm and reliability.

Qualifications

• Passion for swimming and teaching others.
• Patience, enthusiasm, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to stay calm and focused in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach group and/or private swim lessons using approved aquatic instruction techniques.
• Adapt teaching style to meet needs of participants of different ages and abilities.
• Communicate with parents and participants to ensure progress and a positive experience.
• Ensure a safe and engaging learning environment by following facility policies and safety procedures.
• Respond effectively in emergencies in accordance with district plans.
• Support the Aquatics team and assist with additional responsibilities as needed.
• Represent the District’s Mission by delivering exceptional service and creating lasting memories.

Skills

Passion for swimming

Teaching

Strong communication skills

Patience

Calm under pressure

Team player

Job description

Department: Recreation Reports to: Swim Lesson Coordinator Seasonal: Non-exempt

Join Our Team as a Swim Instructor!

Are you passionate about helping kids build confidence in the water? Do you want to make a difference in your community while having fun and working alongside a supportive team? The Dundee Township Park District is looking for enthusiastic Swim Lesson Instructors to teach essential swimming and water safety skills to participants of all ages and abilities!

What You’ll Do

As a Swim Instructor, You’ll

• Teach group and/or private swim lessons using approved aquatic instruction techniques.
• Adapt your teaching style to meet the needs of participants of different ages, experience levels, and abilities.
• Communicate with parents and participants to ensure progress and a positive experience.
• Ensure a safe and engaging learning environment by following all facility policies and safety procedures.
• Respond effectively in emergencies in accordance with the district’s emergency action plans.
• Support the Aquatics team and assist with additional responsibilities as needed.
• Represent the Dundee Township Park District’s Mission by delivering exceptional service and creating lasting memories.

Who You Are

• A passion for swimming and teaching others.
• Patience, enthusiasm, and strong communication skills.
• The ability to stay calm and focused in a fast-paced environment.
• A friendly and approachable personality that helps put participants at ease.
• A proactive attitude and a team-player mindset.
• A minimum age of 15 years old Note: A valid work permit is required for applicants under 16 years of age.

Previous swim instruction experience is a plus but not required, we provide training!

Schedule

• Swim lessons are held weekdays and weekends, including morning and evening classes.
• A consistent schedule may be available depending on program needs.
• This is a seasonal position with potential for year-round opportunities.

In exchange for your time and talent, we offer awesome benefits like:

• Free Pool Pass to our Dolphin Cove Aquatic Center and Indoor Pool
• Free/discounted Park District programs, merchandise, and concessions
• Access to the Credit Union

Ready to Make a Splash?

If you’re excited to teach, inspire, and lead, then we want to hear from you! Whether you’re working with toddlers in their first lesson or helping teens fine-tune their strokes, you’ll be making a real impact, and having a blast doing it.