Swim Instructor

Glen Oaks Country Club, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Swim Instructor to join their team. This role involves teaching swimming skills and ensuring the safety of participants in a vibrant aquatics environment. Instructors will receive training in water safety and swim techniques, providing a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others. With a flexible schedule offering one-on-one lessons, this position is perfect for those passionate about swimming and teaching. Join a community that values quality and tradition while working in a beautiful setting with exceptional amenities.

Qualifications

• Lifeguard and CPR certifications are essential for this role.
• Candidates must be 16 years or older and able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct swim lessons and ensure the safety of all participants.
• Monitor swimmers and respond to incidents requiring first aid.
• Maintain cleanliness of pool areas and locker rooms.

Skills

Lifeguard Certification

CPR/First Aid/AED Certification

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

16+ years of age

Job description

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Pay Range

This range is provided by Glen Oaks Country Club. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base Pay Range

$15.00/hr - $25.00/hr

Job Overview

The Swim Instructor position is responsible for conducting Glen Oaks swimming instruction and keeping participants safe during programming. Instructors will be trained to teach water safety, swim basics, swim strokes, and stroke progression. Instructors will be paid at an hourly rate plus 80% commission for each lesson. Instructors may teach up to five 30-minute lessons a day.

Education, Experience & Requirements

• Lifeguard Certification (GOCC will pay to have applicants certified)
• CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
• Successful completion of background check
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• 16+ years of age

Summer Schedule

Morning lessons, mid-day lessons, and evening lessons are offered. All lessons are 1-on-1 private lessons.

Job Tasks

• Always monitor and supervise swimmers to ensure their safety
• Provide adequate swim lessons to all participants
• Build rapport with parents of participants to well represent Glen Oaks Country Club
• Respond to all incidents requiring first aid and follow emergency action procedures
• Actively enforce all pool rules
• Vacuum pool bottom; empty automatic skimmers; skim bugs and other debris from the surface to prepare the pool for daily use
• Maintain cleanliness and all amenities in pool locker rooms including changing rooms, bathrooms, and showers
• Attend all regularly scheduled staff meetings and in-service training
• Report any safety issues immediately to the supervisor
• Perform administrative record keeping including sign-in/out sheets, accident/incident, and opening and closing duty reports
• Maintain a courteous, polite, and helpful relationship with all Members and guests
• Perform other duties as assigned

Reports to

Aquatics Director, Aquatics Assistant Managers

About Glen Oaks Country Club

Glen Oaks Country Club, developed in 1991, is an award-winning gated community and country club in West Des Moines, Iowa. Glen Oaks was previously named the #1 golf course in the State of Iowa by Golf Digest. The clubhouse, golf course and residential community is situated on 532 acres of land. The community is shared by an intimate group of friends and families who truly appreciate a lifestyle marked by quality, tradition and unrivaled amenities. The club features a resort-style aquatics park, patio bar & ice cream shoppe, custom culinary offerings with an on-site Executive Chef, a fitness room with on-site personal trainer and a stunning 18-hole Tom Fazio designed golf course that complements the exceptional beauty that is Glen Oaks Country Club.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Food and Beverage Services