Swim Instructor (PT)

The J; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

The J in Chesterfield is looking for a dedicated Swim Instructor to teach swim lessons and promote aquatics programs. Candidates must be at least 16 years of age and have prior swim instruction experience.

Responsibilities include maintaining a clean pool area, providing class updates to parents, and fostering a welcoming environment for members. CPR certification is desirable, along with leadership and communication skills.

Create a positive experience for participants while adhering to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Prior experience as a swim instructor required.
• Demonstrated leadership and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons and aquatics exercise classes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of pool area.
• Provide progress updates to parents weekly.

Skills

Leadership skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

At least 16 years of age

CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer

Instructor certifications

Job description

Summary

Job Location: Chesterfield, MO 63005

Swim instructors are responsible for teaching quality classes and providing safe, fun, and engaging experiences for all participants.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons (group/individual) and aquatics exercise classes (with appropriate certifications).
• Start/end classes on time.
• Provide progress updates to parents on a weekly basis.
• Complete records and reports within required timeframes including but not limited to timesheets, accident reports, class rosters.
• Assist in maintaining a neat, organized and clean pool deck and aquatics office.
• Learn, adhere to, and enforce all J policies and procedures.
• Maintain a neat and clean appearance while adhering to applicable dress codes.
• Be punctual and maintain good attendance.
• Participate in regular in-service training sessions and attend staff meetings.
• Maintain swimming skills, strength and endurance.
• Foster and maintain relationships with members while creating a comfortable, positive and welcoming environment.
• Learn and become familiar with programming and equipment offered at the J to be better able to address customer needs.
• Assist in promoting aquatics and other agency programs and services.
• Develop further knowledge in aquatics, including but not limited to training provided by the J.
• Other duties as requested by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer is desired.
• Instructor certifications are desirable.
• Prior experience as a swim instructor with demonstrated knowledge of and application of childcare and instruction techniques is required.
• Demonstrated leadership skills along with the ability to provide exemplary customer service.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communications skills and the ability to read and follow written communications.
• Must be able to make sound decisions.
• Position requires flexibility in schedule to open and or close the pools and to work across multiple locations.