Swim Instructor

Hospital for Special Care; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Sign on bonus

Job summary

Hospital for Special Care is looking for a skilled Swim Instructor to design and teach swimming lessons tailored to varying abilities. Candidates must hold certifications from the American Red Cross and possess at least one year of instructional experience.

The role demands strong communication skills and adherence to safety standards in an aquatic environment. A competitive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Must have American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification.
• CPR Certification including AED required.
• One year of experience as a Water Safety Instructor preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach swimming lessons to various participants.
• Plan lesson methods and evaluate swimmers' skills.
• Adhere to safety regulations and procedures.

Skills

Water Safety Instructor Certification

CPR Certification (AED)

Minimum one year experience

High School Diploma or GED

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Overview

Position Location: Hospital for Special Care

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 2.5

Work Shift: Second Shift

Department: Aquatics & Fitness Center

This job is eligible for a sign on bonus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED


• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification


• CPR Certification including Automated External Defibrillation (AED)


• One year experience as a Water Safety Instructor


• Preferred: American Red Cross Adapted Aquatic Instructor

Job Summary

The Aquatic Rehab Center Swim Instructor is responsible for designing and teaching swimming lessons in a private or group setting according to Water Safety certification standards, delivering safe and effective instruction to participants of varying swimming abilities.

Physical Demands

Stand or walk 80-100% of each shift. Sit 0-20% of each shift. Perform physical skills including lifting, reaching, bending, twisting, kneeling, swimming, squatting, climbing, and pushing/pulling up to 90% of each shift. Able to run and swim short distances as related to emergency interventions on a rare occasion. Lift and carry up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis. Grasp with both hands on frequent basis. Fine hand manipulation with one hand is required on occasional basis.

Cognitive Demands

Continuous alertness to observe swimmers, conforming with established rules, standards of practice to ensure swimmer safety and prevent accidents and drownings. Basic writing proficiency for written reports including accident/incident reports and clear expression of self. Problem‑solving skills for critical decision making regarding swimmer behavior and lifesaving response. Application of knowledge, independent problem identification and solving, flexibility of thought, abstract reasoning, organizational skills in quick decision making. Selective attention and concentration. Ability to adjust and prioritize schedule to adapt to events as needed. High level of communication skill including expression of abstract/complex ideas, negotiation, active listening, and dialogue with multiple parties.

Work Demands

Primarily indoors around water; schedule fluctuation frequent and sometimes unpredictable. Environment may be noisy. Occasional exposure to waterborne or bloodborne pathogens, blood/body fluids. Need to respond to water, medical or behavioral emergency situations. Responsible for finding coverage for shift in event of absence; unable to secure coverage will be expected to work assigned shift.

Essential Functions

• Effectively design and teach swimming lessons to participants of all ages and varying abilities, supporting the general teaching outlines provided by the American Red Cross Swimming Program.


• Plan and organize lesson plans, methods, and goals to provide a high level of quality instruction for all participants.


• Evaluate swimmers to determine if skill requirements have been met and assign grade based on grading criteria.


• Adhere to regulations, policies, standards of practice and procedures for safety, accident prevention and infection control.


• Participate in equipment management: set up, use, care, storage, and maintenance.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and offer a competitive benefits package.