Swim Instructor (hourly) - Aquatic Center

AQUATIC CENTER

Lee's Summit (MO)

On-site

USD 17,047 - 24,280

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local school district is seeking a part-time Swim Instructor to teach learn-to-swim classes at their Aquatic Center. The role involves creating a safe learning environment, enforcing safety rules, and engaging with participants and their parents. Required skills include swimming proficiency, first aid, and CPR. The position offers $15 per hour, with a starting date to be determined, and candidates should have some high school education. Contact the director for more information.

Qualifications

Experience working with children and the public is desired.
Ability to administer first aid, rescue breathing, and CPR is necessary.
Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate learn-to-swim classes.
Ensure participants abide by safety rules.
React effectively in emergencies according to emergency action plans.

Skills

Ability to swim

First aid and CPR

Monitoring activities

Effective listening

Guiding others

Education

Some high school

Job description

Swim Instructor (hourly) - Aquatic Center

Lees Summit R-7 School District AQUATIC CENTER - Lees Summit, Missouri
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Job ID: 5229011

Application Deadline: Jun 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 10, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

2025-26 School Year

Purpose Statement

The job of Swim Instructor was established for the purpose/s of planning, coordinating, and teaching learn‑to‑swim classes. A Swim Instructor will ensure participants abide by all safety rules follow instructions and teach skills appropriate for sound water safety practices. Swim Instructors also serve as ambassadors for the Aquatic Center and the Lee’s Summit R7 School District.

This position reports to the Aquatic Center Director or Supervisor.

Essential Functions

Provides a safe learning environment for students of all ages
Works hours scheduled for swimming lessons from the beginning to the end of class; remaining after class to answer participant and/or parent questions as needed.
Teaches age‑appropriate lessons & skills according to experience and ability of participants to meet class objectives. Is knowledgeable with American Red Cross Learn‑to‑Swim Program and other Red Cross water safety courses.
It provides for the health and safety of participants, ensuring all teaching and practice areas are free of hazards, and students and equipment are safe.
Communicates regularly with participants and their parents, as appropriate, to ensure awareness of progress and development.
Attends mandatory meetings and training sessions as scheduled
Recognizes and responds effectively in emergencies in accordance with facility emergency action plans
Enforces all R7 District and Aquatic Facility policies & procedures, rules and regulations at all times.
Completes records and reports
Participates in regular in‑service training sessions
Evaluates situations involving swimmers and pool for the purpose of taking appropriate action to assist and/or reporting incidents to appropriate personnel for resolutions.
Reacts calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing.
Performs high level of customer service, displays professional conduct and ensures a positive customer experience.
Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor, including abiding by uniform requirements.
Maintains personal physical endurance and agility necessary to perform job functions.
Receives direction and follows written and oral instructions

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work
Able to lift at 50 lbs, able to bend, squat, lift and stretch as needed for job duties.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill‑based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: ability to swim, tread water, etc.; administer first aid, rescue breathing, and CPR; monitoring activities; managing staff/performance; effective listening; and guiding others.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge‑based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: first aid and CPR; rescue procedures; and safety practices.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data, and use job‑related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with specific, job‑related data; and utilize a variety of job‑related equipment. Problem‑solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem‑solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines, and problem‑solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability‑based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: physical stamina; working flexible hours; teamwork; and communication with persons of diverse backgrounds/knowledge/skills.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 100% in the water providing instruction, 45% walking, and 45% standing and 10% lifting of small children. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and in a generally hazard‑free environment.

Experience

Job related experience is required. Prior experience working with children and the public is desired.

Education

Some high school required

Equivalency

None specified

Required Testing

None specified

Continuing Educ./Training

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Certificates & Licenses

WSI preferred