Swim Instructor Part-time

Estes-Valley-Recreation-; Estes Park (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Estes Valley Recreation and Park District is seeking a part-time Swim Lesson Instructor to ensure the safety and well-being of participants and to deliver instruction under the supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor.

The role requires strong communication with children and adults, adherence to safety procedures, and the ability to perform emergency actions. Training in the district's swim lesson program will be provided.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 17 years of age
• Preferred: High School Diploma
• American Red Cross Lifeguard, First Aid, and CPR certifications are required or obtained prior to employment

Responsibilities

• Monitors swimmers for safety during swim lessons.
• Completes swim lesson reports and records as directed by management.
• Follows safety directives and operates according to policy and procedures.
• Maintains accurate attendance records and prepares progress reports.
• Assists with equipment maintenance and classroom setup for lessons.
• Demonstrates lifeguarding and rescue techniques as needed.
• Communicates effectively with children, parents, and staff.

Skills

Lifeguard surveillance

Rescue techniques

Emergency response

CPR

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor, position is responsible for the safety and well-being of the swim lesson participants. Performs swim lesson instructor duties as assigned by the Aquatics Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitors swimmers for safety associated with Swim Lesson Instructor duties.
• Completes swim lesson reports and records assigned by the Aquatics Manager/Assistant Manager.
• Follows safety directives established by the City, County, State, Federal and Aquatics Manager.
• Displays the knowledge and has the ability to perform the Emergency Action Plan.
• Skilled in verbal communication with both children and adults.
• Available to work 7 to 10 hours every week during scheduled swim lessons.
• Maintain positive relationships with students, parents & community patrons.
• Model the four major strokes and other swimming techniques in & out of the water.
• Be fully trained in the Bonner Springs Aquatic Park swim lesson program.
• Performs duties of the Swim Lesson Instructor as required or scheduled.

OTHER DUTIES

• Obey and comply with all City ordinances and policies.
• Provide first aid and emergency CPR if needed.
• Work collaboratively with other staff members and management.
• Work additional hours & attend meetings as requested by management.
• Maintain swim lesson equipment and supplies in proper working order, in an orderly, clean manner.
• Report to swim lessons properly dressed and ready to assume responsibilities a minimum
  of 15 minutes early.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records for your classes and yourself.
• Fill out progress reports completely and prior to the last day of class.
• Possess mobility to handle up to 6 children in the water at one time.
• Performs other duties deemed necessary and assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• Interact with the public in a professional manner and communicate clearly and concisely with others, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to follow safe operational policies and procedures, enforce department policies and procedures, and interpret written instructions and manuals
• Establish successful working relationships with co-workers, volunteers and the public, and use good professional judgment, honesty, and integrity in decision making.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Skill in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical skills evaluation as stipulated by the department.
• CPR and emergency medical procedures.
• Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Required:
  • Must be at least 17 years of age
• Preferred:
  • High School Diploma

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard and First Aid, and CPR required.
• Must be a currently certified lifeguard, or must obtain a lifeguard certification prior to employment.
• AED certification or the ability to obtain in two (2) months of hire.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Majority of work is in a busy aquatic setting, exposed to wet/humid conditions, with moderate to loud noise and frequent interruptions.
• Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• Exposed to acceptable levels of chlorine, acid, sodium bicarbonate and calcium chloride.
• Occasionally exposed to paint and cleaning chemicals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work regularly requires sitting, speaking, hearing, and using hands to handle or feel; requires standing, swimming, walking, and reaching with hands and arms, and the ability to bend, balance, stoop, stretch, reach, carry, and grasp objects; and occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
• Work requires near and far vision acuity, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Physically able to complete a 300-yard swim and perform all appropriate lifeguard skills.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

This position is subject to EVRPD's pre-employment screening requirements including, but not limited to:

• Criminal, National Sex Offender, and Motor Vehicle background checks

Estes Valley Recreation and Park District