Swim Instructor

Town of Mansfield/Mansfield Board of Education, CT; Storrs (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Mansfield Parks and Recreation Department is seeking part-time Swim Instructors at the Mansfield Community Center. This hourly position offers no benefits and requires Lifeguard training and CPR/First Aid.

You will teach ARC swim levels, set up equipment, and complete paperwork, with a goal of safe, enjoyable lessons. Compensation ranges from $17.53 to $18.60 per hour; applicants must be at least 16 and background check will be conducted.

Qualifications

• Swim Instructor(s) should have a good knowledge of aquatic programs, equipment and rescue techniques with an ability to establish and maintain good relations with the Town staff, volunteers, as well as the general public.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Water Safety Instructor Certified preferred but experience can be substituted.
• Current CPR, Lifeguard Training, and First Aid certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach and conduct all ARC Swim Lesson levels.
• Set up and take down equipment.
• Prepare daily lesson plans.
• Complete department and ARC paperwork.
• Explain pool rules and maintain records for American Red Cross and Parks & Recreation Department.

Skills

Aquatic programs knowledge

Rescue techniques

Customer relations

Education

CPR certification

Lifeguard Training

First Aid certification

Water Safety Instructor Certification preferred

Job description

• Position Type: Parks and Recreation/ Swim Instructor
• Date Posted: 2/25/2025
• Location: Mansfield Community Center

Swim Instructor:

Are you interested in working the most fun year-round or seasonal job?

The Town of Mansfield Parks and Recreation Department is seeking Swim Instructors!

As a swim instructor, what will I be doing?

Duties include but are not limited to: teaching and conducting all assigned levels of ARC Swim Lessons, setting up and taking down equipment, preparing daily lesson plans, completing all department and ARC paperwork, explaining pool rules, maintain accurate records for American Red Cross and Parks & Recreation Department.

What are the requirements?

Swim Instructor(s) should have a good knowledge of aquatic programs, equipment and rescue techniques with an ability to establish and maintain good relations with the Town staff, volunteers, as well as the general public. Must be at least 16 years of age. Water Safety Instructor Certified preferred but experience can be substituted. Current CPR, Lifeguard Training, and First Aid certification is required.

How will I be compensated?

All swim instructor positions are part-time, hourly position with no benefits.

Swim Instructor(s): $17.53-$18.60 per hour

Selected candidates will be subject to a background check.

Why work with MPRD and the Mansfield Community Center?

The mission of the Mansfield Parks and Recreation Department is to enhance the quality of life for the total community by providing a variety of leisure opportunities, promoting health and wellness, increasing cultural awareness, protecting natural resources, and developing the recreational needs and interests of area residents. You will get the opportunity to work with a social, energized population promoting having fun in a safe environment. Be a part of bettering your community - work for MPRD!

Our Guiding Values:

The Town of Mansfield as an employer has the following five guiding values: Ethics, Balance, Development, Service, and Stewardship

EOE/AA.