Swim Instructor

oshmanfamilyjcc; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym membership

Health, Dental, Vision

Paid holidays and PTO

R&R recovery room access

Job summary

OFJCC in Palo Alto is seeking a Swim Instructor to lead group lessons in indoor and outdoor pools, emphasizing safety and fun for children of varying ages. As a Swim Instructor, you will provide group swim instruction with a focus on progress and enjoyment.

Applicants should bring a strong swimming background, customer-service mindset, and willingness to obtain Lifeguard training within 90 days; CPR/AED and First Aid certifications are preferred. Evening/weekend availability required.

Qualifications

• Dynamic, energetic personality required.
• Strong swimming background required.
• 1+ years of aquatic instruction preferred.
• CPR/AED & First Aid certifications preferred.
• Lifeguard training certification or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide group swim instruction to various levels and ages.
• Demonstrate strokes, explain skills, and correct technique.
• Plan lessons, drills, and assess student progress.
• Maintain a safe, positive teaching environment for learning.
• Coordinate with staff to ensure safety and smooth scheduling.

Skills

Dynamic personality

Swimming background

Aquatic instruction experience

Excellent communication

CPR/AED & First Aid

Lifeguard training

Children experience

Multitasking

Self-motivation

Time management

Job description

Interested in receiving your Lifeguard, CPR/AED, and First Aid Certifications for FREE? We can help!

Seeking year-round applicants!

Pay Range:

$25-29/hour

The Place:

The Oshman Family Jewish Community Center (OFJCC) is an exciting and innovative non-profit organization in the heart of Silicon Valley. We create fun, meaningful, inclusive and joyful experiences through educational, social, cultural, spiritual, fitness and wellness programs. Join us! Year-round positions available!

The Job:

If you have a passion for the pool and enjoy kids, you’ll love being a swim instructor in our fantastic indoor and outdoor pools. As a Swim Instructor, you will provide group swim instruction to students of varying ages and abilities while maintaining a safe and effective learning environment. Emphasizing fun and water safety is key. Ask us about our other Aquatics roles, including Lifeguard.

The Core Duties:

• Provide swim instruction to various levels and age groups and help improve overall skill set and technique
• Perform all swimming strokes and skills taught at all levels
• Plan lessons, select appropriate drills and evaluate the student’s progress
• Present proper demonstrations and explain skills, analyze, evaluate and correct performance, minimize fear and use appropriate teaching devices
• Maintain a safe and positive teaching environment. Create an atmosphere where the student loves swimming and the water

The Essentials:

• Individual must have a dynamic personality. Enthusiastic, energetic, friendly & personable
• Strong swimming background preferred
• 1+ years of experience being an aquatic instructor preferred
• Excellent communication skills, customer service oriented commitment to the fitness industry/environment
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certified preferred
• Lifeguard Training Certified or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire required
• Experience working with children up to 12 years old
• Ability to multitask
• Must have the ability to inspire and motivate others with great people skills
• Must be a self-starter, highly motivated, organized, with good time management and great follow-up skills
• Able to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed

The Perks:

• Free membership at our award-winning fitness center
• Health, Dental and Vision
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Unlimited access to our new R&R room - with a focus on Recovery

Benefits exceptions apply, based on # hours worked per week

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