Swim Instructor - Part-Time

Reading School District; United States; On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A school district is looking for a dedicated Swim Instructor to create a safe and welcoming environment for students while teaching swimming techniques and ensuring proper water safety. The ideal candidate will have experience in swimming instruction and possess excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include assessing student progress, assisting swimmers, and implementing safety rules during sessions. Physical requirements include the ability to swim and lift equipment up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must be a minimum age of 14 years old.
• Proven experience working as a swim instructor or active member of a swimming team.
• Sound knowledge of proper swimming techniques and water safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Teach swimming techniques and water safety rules.
• Assist experienced swimmers to enhance their abilities.
• Assess student progress and adjust programs as needed.
• Monitor students to prevent accidents.
• Implement ground rules for swim sessions.

Skills

Conflict resolution skills

Swimming techniques knowledge

Communication skills

Passionate and enthusiastic

Job description

• Position Type: Athletics/Activities/ Coaching
• Date Posted: 5/8/2024
• Location: Reading High School

Reports To

Assistant Athletic Director for Aquatics

POSITION GOAL

To create a safe and positive atmosphere that welcomes and respects all individuals while promoting and maintaining safe swimming conditions in the pool, deck and surrounding areas in accordance with RSD policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a minimum age of 14 years old.
• Proven experience working as a swim instructor or active member of a swimming team.
• Sound knowledge of proper swimming techniques and water safety rules.
• Excellent conflict resolution skills.
• Passionate and enthusiastic.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Teaching swimming techniques, swimming strokes, and water safety rules to students with varying swimming abilities.
• Assisting more experienced swimmers to enhance their swimming abilities.
• Assessing the progress of students and adjusting teaching programs accordingly.
• Monitoring students to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Implementing ground rules for each swim session.
• Identifying incorrect swimming techniques and correcting students accordingly.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills including communication skills with students, parents and facility staff.
• Ensures that all possible safety measures are observed, including taking care of proper equipment and proper surveillance of program participants.
• Attend all training sessions and any additional staff meetings.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The Swim Instructor must be able to swim and stand for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift and carry equipment up to 50 pounds.