Swim Instructor

Grosse Pointe Public School System; Grosse Pointe (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Grosse Pointe Public School System is seeking qualified swim instructors to teach ARC swim classes from Preschool through Level 6 as part of Community Education. You will develop structured lesson plans, assess progress, and issue ARC certificates, while working directly in the water with swimmers of varying ages and abilities.

Responsibilities include lifeguarding when solo and supervising guards when leading a team, operating ADA lifts and rescue gear, and responding to emergencies with First

Qualifications

• ARC Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification required
• Lifeguard certification required
• CPR, First Aid and AED certifications required

Responsibilities

• Teach American Red Cross swim classes (Preschool through Level 6) and other assigned Community Education swim programs.
• Develop and implement structured lesson plans, evaluate student progress, and issue ARC certificates.
• Work directly in the water with swimmers of varying ages and skill levels.
• Fulfill lifeguarding duties when working solo, or supervise lifeguards and swim assistants when leading a team.
• Operate ADA pool lifts, accessible equipment, and rescue gear safely.
• Respond immediately to emergencies using appropriate First Aid, CPR, and AED protocols.

Skills

Communication skills

Operate pool rescue equipment

ADA lifts operation

Tools

WSI Certification

Lifeguard Certification

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

AED Certification

Job description

Job Summary

• Teach American Red Cross swim classes (Preschool through Level 6) and other assigned Community Education swim programs.
• Develop and implement structured lesson plans, evaluate student progress, and issue ARC certificates.
• Work directly in the water with swimmers of varying ages and skill levels.
• Fulfill lifeguarding duties when working solo, or supervise lifeguards and swim assistants when leading a team.
• Operate ADA pool lifts, accessible equipment, and rescue gear safely.
• Respond immediately to emergencies using appropriate First Aid, CPR, and AED protocols.

Qualifications

• Required: Current American Red Cross certifications in Water Safety Instructor (WSI), Lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid, and AED.
• Preferred: Prior experience as a swim instructor (not required).
• Skills: Ability to operate pool rescue equipment and ADA lifts effectively.
• Interpersonal: Strong communication skills to engage effectively with swimmers of all ages and abilities, parents, and staff.

Compensation & Working Conditions

• Pay Rate: $18.00+/hour (commensurate with experience).
• Hours: Variable / Flexible.

Employment Details

Candidates hired for this position will be employed through EduStaff (the educational staffing partner of the Grosse Pointe Public School System) and must complete an EduStaff application and orientation upon offer.

Application Procedure

• Complete the online application.
• Include American Red Cross certification details (with completion and expiration dates) along with any relevant swim instructional credentials.
• Note: Successful candidates must meet State standards for a clear criminal background check and complete mandated fingerprint clearance.*

If you have questions about this job posting, please contact Diane at [e-mail].