Swim Instructor — Sign-On Bonus & Life-Saving Impact

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory seeks a Swim Instructor for a South Bend area facility. Under the supervision of the Aquatics Manager, you will monitor activities, assist with lessons, enforce safety rules, and help maintain records for swim programs.

Requirements include English communication, a valid driver’s license, CPR/First Aid, Safe From Harm training within 30 days, and WSI certification within 12 months.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and remaining on feet for extended periods.
• Having a valid driver’s license is required.
• CPR/First Aid training must be completed within 30 days of employment.
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification is required, or obtained within the first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of participants and adapt lessons to fit needs and class descriptions.
• Set up, break down, and maintain all lesson equipment.
• Instruct swimming lessons for all ages by following a structured plan.
• Maintain attendance records and organize lesson plans and records.
• Ensure customer satisfaction with swim lessons and aquatic programs.
• Possibly work with other aquatic programs as needed.
• Assist management with other assigned tasks.

Skills

English communication

Rescue readiness

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Driver's license

CPR/First Aid

WSI certification

Safe From Harm training

Job description

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory seeks a Swim Instructor for a South Bend area facility. Under the supervision of the Aquatics Manager, you will monitor activities, assist with lessons, enforce safety rules, and help maintain records for swim programs.

Requirements include English communication, a valid driver’s license, CPR/First Aid, Safe From Harm training within 30 days, and WSI certification within 12 months.