Swim Instructor - Chilson Part Time

City of Loveland; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Loveland's Chilson Recreation Center in Loveland, CO is seeking a Swim Instructor to teach and supervise swim lessons for children and adults under the direction of the Aquatics Specialist.

The role emphasizes safety, class planning, and reliable attendance with morning/evening/weekend shifts. CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 60 days and a background check are required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age at time of hire.
• Must be available to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holiday hours.
• Background check and pre-employment drug screen required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Instruct, supervise and evaluate participants in swim lessons.
• Ensure safety of all participants in swimming classes and proper use of equipment.
• Perform lifesaving procedures and handle emergencies.
• Assist with registration, submit lesson plans, and oversee enrolled guests.
• Attend in-service trainings to stay current on teaching methods.

Skills

Swim instruction

Customer service

Emergency response

Communication

Safety awareness

Lifeguard basics

Job description

Chilson Recreation Center
Loveland, CO 80537, USA

Our Swim Instructor is responsible for instructing, supervising and evaluating children and adults in swim lesson program. Helps to organize and manage classes under the direction of the Aquatics Specialist. The salary range for this position is $15.76 - $21.27 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. Must be at least 16 years of age at time of hire. Must be available to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holiday hours. All offers are conditional upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check and pre-employment drug screen.

The position will remain open until filled.

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Essential Functions:

• Enhances Park and Recreation image and ensures a quality visit for guests by instructing, supervising and evaluating participants in the swim lesson program.
• Ensures the safety of all participants in their swimming classes by safe and proper usage of equipment.
• Performs necessary lifesaving procedures; handles emergencies according to standard procedure.
• Assists with registration for swimming lessons; submits class lesson plans; oversees guests enrolled in the swim program.
• Attends required in-service training and/meetings, to stay current on teaching methods as appropriate.
• Inspects classroom/program environment and equipment to ensure safety.
• Maintains progress records of each child enrolled in class; completes administrative tasks like attendance sheets and class evaluations.
• Disseminates and promotes Parks and Recreation program information and educate users of potential opportunities and services available.
• Directs public to proper locations; provides general facility use instructions; enforces facility policies and procedures by informing guests of existing policies.

Other Job Functions:

• Maintains order in classes to ensure a safe environment and promote a learning atmosphere.
• May be required to cross train in other areas.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience:

• Swim Instructor or six (6) months of swim instruction experience with children and/or adults i n groups.
• Demonstrated knowledge of principles and methods used in teaching swimming.
• Must be at least 16 years of age at time of hire.
• Six (6) months of customer service experience or training, preferred.

Certifications:

• Current CPR and First Aid certifications or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire date required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must recognize, react quickly and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Must possess excellent customer service skills be able to communicate effectively and diplomatically with parents, students, co-workers and facility management team.
• Must possess effective conflict resolution skills.
• Must demonstrate good judgment and decision-making.
• Follow both written and verbal direction and communicate in a friendly, positive and professional manner.
• Demonstrate a variety of swim strokes and skills as required for class content and be able to impart those skills to class members.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Frequent Light to moderate physical effort that includes frequent standing or walking or maintaining arms and hands in the same position for repetitive tasks. Frequently works with light objects and light hand tools.
• Occasional m oderate to considerable physical effort that includes working from ladders in awkward positions. Frequent use of light or medium weight objects (e.g., 25-50 lbs) and use of medium weight tools
• Frequent e xposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements.
• Occasional exposure to hazards that are predictable or well protected against.

Additional Working Demands / Conditions

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with thriving arts, brewery, foodie, and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!

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• Retirement – 457 Plan (employee funded plan)
• Medical Leave – Accrue 1 hour of leave per 30 hours worked (up to 48 hours)

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, and qualifications. City of Loveland job descriptions may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a background check, including a criminal sex offend and a pre-employment drug screen.

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