Swim Instructor

City of Hilliard; Hilliard (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Swim Instructor to lead engaging swim lessons for all ages, ensuring safety and enjoyment in the water. This role involves not only teaching essential swimming skills but also maintaining high standards of health and safety in aquatics operations. As a Swim Instructor, you will be the primary contact for swim lesson operations, responsible for fostering a positive learning environment and building relationships with participants and their guardians. If you are passionate about water safety and enjoy working with people, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in your community.

Qualifications

• Must be 15 years or older and possess CPR/First Aid certification.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide group and private swim lessons to various age groups.
• Ensure the safety and welfare of class participants at all times.
• Maintain pool cleanliness and inventory of supplies.

Skills

Water Safety Knowledge

CPR and First Aid

Emergency Procedures

Communication Skills

Surveillance Skills

Education

American Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED certification

Job description

Under the direct supervision of the Recreation Supervisor of Aquatics, Recreation Coordinator of Aquatics, and Pool Manager, a Swim Instructor is responsible for providing group and private swim lessons and water safety instruction to infants, children, and adults following the curriculum set forth by the City of Hilliard. They are responsible for the guidance, safety, and welfare of the people in their class from the time children leave their caregiver to the time they are returned to the caregiver.

Examples of Duties:

• Leads energizing, fun, safe, and educational water safety classes to the curriculum standard.
• Serves as the main point of contact for swim lesson operations while on site at aquatics facilities; communicates with participants and guardians regarding class sessions.
• Leads with onsite supervision and communication; assists with scheduling, training, and evaluating swim lesson program.
• Describes and accurately demonstrates new skills as they are taught.
• Attends all required pre- and in-service training assigned covering a variety of topics.
• Leads and maintains the promotion of excellent customer service standards at all levels of operations.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other agencies, and the public.
• Maintains the inventory of supplies and equipment in connection with the operation of the pool; assists Recreation Supervisor and co-workers in duties necessary for the proper upkeep and maintenance of the pool and pool grounds.
• Maintains all necessary documentation for business, operations, program, and staffing under the direction of the Recreation Coordinator.
• Teaches appropriate skills and techniques based on age and level using well-designed lessons and block plans; prepares and maintains records and reports.
• Evaluates students' programs and services and makes recommendations on the modification of existing programs.
• Maintains high standards of health and safety in all aquatics operations, always adhering to industry standards.
• Maintains the facility in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Recreation Coordinators, Recreation Supervisors, Recreation Program Managers, Deputy Director of Recreation and Parks, or the Director of Recreation and Parks or their designee.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of water safety and emergency procedures.
• Knowledge of CPR, AED, and first-aid techniques.
• Ability to apply first-aid and administer CPR.
• Ability to maintain surveillance over class participants.
• Ability to lead a class of participants, ages ranging from 6 months to 99 years.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement, discretion, and to enforce rules and regulations to the public.
• Ability to answer inquiries, resolve complaints, and communicate with the public in an effective, tactful, courteous, and professional manner.
• Ability to implement Emergency Action Plans and emergency response plans.
• Compliance with training directives established by supervisory and management personnel.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 15 years of age or older.
• Possession of or ability to obtain American Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED certification.
• A background free of prior felony convictions.
• Regular and punctual attendance is regarded as an essential requirement of this position.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and some holidays.
• Swim Instructors are required to complete in-service training for the current season for which they are hired to maintain their skills.