Swim Instructor

The J; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The J in St. Louis, MO is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor to teach group and individual swim lessons, and to provide engaging aquatic experiences for all participants.

Candidates must hold current American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid or American Red Cross Waterpark Lifeguarding and First Aid certifications, be able to swim continuously, and work flexible hours across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Current certification in either American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid or American Red Cross Waterpark Lifeguarding and First Aid.
• Ability to swim continuously and complete required lifeguard certification standards.
• Ability to perform CPR, AED, and First Aid procedures.
• Ability to maintain surveillance and respond to emergencies.
• Flexibility to open/close pools and work across multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons (group/individual) and aquatics exercise classes.
• Start/end classes on time.
• Provide progress updates to parents weekly.
• Complete timesheets, accident reports, and class rosters on time.
• Maintain a neat pool deck and aquatics office.
• Learn and enforce all J policies and procedures.
• Be punctual and maintain attendance.
• Attend in-service trainings and staff meetings.
• Foster a welcoming environment for members.
• Address customer needs and promote aquatics programs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Physical stamina

Emergency response

Decision making

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid certification

American Red Cross Waterpark Lifeguarding and First Aid certification

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: St. Louis, MO 63146


• Position Type: Part Time


• Salary Range: $16.00 - $24.00 Hourly


• Job Category: Aquatics

Swim instructors are responsible for teaching quality classes and providing safe, fun, and engaging experiences for all participants.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons (group/individual) and aquatics exercise classes (with appropriate certifications).


• Start/end classes on time.


• Provide progress updates to parents on a weekly basis.


• Complete records and reports within required timeframes including but not limited to timesheets, accident reports, class rosters.


• Assist in maintaining a neat, organized and clean pool deck and aquatics office.


• Learn, adhere to, and enforce all J policies and procedures.


• Maintain a neat and clean appearance while adhering to applicable dress codes.


• Be punctual and maintain good attendance.


• Participate in regular in-service training sessions and attend staff meetings.


• Maintain swimming skills, strength and endurance.


• Foster and maintain relationships with members while creating a comfortable, positive and welcoming environment.


• Learn and become familiar with programming and equipment offered at the J to be better able to address customer needs.


• Assist in promoting aquatics and other agency programs and services.


• Develop further knowledge in aquatics, including but not limited to training provided by the J.


• Other duties as requested by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Must have or obtain current certification in either American Red Cross Lifeguarding and First Aid or American Red Cross Waterpark Lifeguarding and First Aid.


• Ability to swim continuously and successfully complete all required lifeguard certification and recertification standards.


• Ability to quickly enter the water and perform emergency rescues, including lifting, dragging, and removing individuals using approved rescue techniques.


• Ability to perform CPR, AED, and First Aid procedures during emergency situations.


• Ability to maintain constant visual and auditory surveillance of the aquatic environment and respond immediately to emergencies.


• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and move throughout the aquatic facility for extended periods.


• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull a grown adult independently and assist with heavier loads during emergency situations.


• Ability to communicate clearly and hear alarms, whistles, distress signals, and verbal instructions in a busy aquatic environment.


• Ability to work indoors and outdoors with exposure to water, humidity, sunlight, heat, pool chemicals, noise, and varying weather conditions.


• Ability to maintain the physical stamina, endurance, and fitness necessary to safely perform the essential functions of the position throughout each shift.


• Demonstrated leadership skills along with the ability to provide exemplary customer service.


• Must be able to make sound decisions.


• Position requires flexibility in schedule to open and or close the pools and to work across multiple locations.