Swim Instructor, Bellevue Aquatics Center

City of Bellevue; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and growth

Competitive pay

Paid sick leave

MEBT benefits

Supportive team environment

Flexible hours

Job summary

The City of Bellevue is seeking Swim Instructors to work at the Bellevue Aquatic Center. This role offers flexible hours and a friendly team environment to help students of all ages gain water confidence and life-saving skills.

Responsibilities include delivering group and private swim lessons, with morning, afternoon, evenings, and weekend shifts. Prior lifeguard certification is preferred; background checks are required. Lifeguard classes are available if needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Active lifeguard certification is required to be hired (preferred).
• Lifeguard certification from American Red Cross preferred.
• Candidate must pass criminal background check.
• Able to swim 300 yards and submerge to 13 feet.

Responsibilities

• Provide swim instruction in group and private lessons.
• Work with diverse age groups in a safe, supportive setting.

Skills

Communication skills

Water safety

Patience

Education

ARC Lifeguard certified (preferred)

Job description

The City of Bellevue is currently seeking Swim Instructors to work at the Bellevue Aquatic Center. This position offers flexible hours in a fun and friendly work environment with a chance to provide a lasting impact on the community by helping students of all ages and backgrounds gain confidence in the water and develop life-saving skills. The City of Bellevue focuses on a team-oriented approach that ensures everyone feels valued and supported, while providing a safe and enjoyable Aquatic experience.

Responsibilities include providing swim instruction in both a group and private lesson format to various age groups.

Hours:

Morning, afternoon, and evenings and weekends

Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

• Ongoing training and opportunities for growth to help advance your skills and career in aquatics.
• Competitive pay
• Fun and rewarding environment
• Paid sick leave, access to MEBT (mutual employee benefit trust)
• Working alongside experienced instructors and staff who are passionate about teaching and creating a safe, fun environment.
• Flexible work hours to accommodate schedules.

• Must be at least 15 years old
• 15 years old: must have an active lifeguard certification.
• Preferred to have and maintain current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification.
  • For information regarding American Red Cross Lifeguard certification please contact Patrick Simmons at [e-mail]
• Must have excellent communication skills and be comfortable working with patrons in the water.
• Candidate must pass criminal background check prior to being hired.

Physical Demands

• Work involves walking, talking, hearing. Vision abilities required by this job include the ability to focus for long periods of time.
• The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually high.
• The ability to swim 300 yards without stopping.
• The ability to submerge to a depth of 13 feet.

Not Certified?

Take our Lifeguard Training Classes: The Bellevue Aquatic Center is offering an American Red Cross Lifeguard certification course. Program offers certification in lifeguard training, first aid, and CPR for the professional rescuer. Gain skills required to be a lifeguard. Classes will all be blended learning style with the online content sent out one week in advance to be completed before the test portion of the class. The pre-requisite swims will be held the first hour of the first day of each class. https://bellevuewa.gov/city-government/departments/parks/sports-and-athletics/bellevue-aquatic-center

Definition of a Variable Employee:

This is a Variable, non-exempt, non-union position.

• Average weekly hours cannot be determined at date of hire.
• Hours may vary from week to week and are anticipated to 28 hours per week or less.