Swim Instructor (Student Wage)

University of Virginia - Students; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established university is seeking enthusiastic Swim Instructors to join their dynamic team at the Aquatic & Fitness and North Grounds Recreation Center. This part-time role offers a flexible schedule and a fun, social work environment. As a Swim Instructor, you will be responsible for planning and preparing safe swim lessons, observing participants' skills, and providing constructive feedback. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and leadership skills, along with a passion for teaching. If you're a current UVA student looking to make a positive impact while enjoying a rewarding experience, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated individuals with excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Some experience in swim instruction preferred, up to 1-3 years.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare effective and safe swim lessons.
• Observe and classify swimming skills, suggesting improvements.
• Provide excellent customer service to participants.

Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Customer Service

Adaptability

Education

Current UVA Student

Job description

The Department of Intramural-Recreational Sports, a division of Athletics at the University of Virginia, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Swim Instructor (part-time, wage position). Swim Instructors work at both the Aquatic & Fitness and North Grounds Recreation Center aquatics facilities.

Applicants must be self-motivated and desire to work in a team environment. Join our swim instructor team and work in a fun, social environment with flexible hours!

Responsibilities:

• Identify key elements and strategies for planning and preparing effective and safe swim lessons.
• Identify key class management principles and elements for conducting safe swim lessons.
• Describe the importance of effective observation for teaching and how to develop these methods.
• Observe swimming, headfirst entry, and diving skills, accurately classify them, and suggest appropriate interventions to improve them.
• Develop the ability to effectively communicate about participant’s progress in swim lessons.
• Modify teaching to meet unexpected challenges, including dealing with participants who misbehave.
• Demonstrate the ability to accommodate participants with disabilities and other health conditions.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends.
• Attend all in-service and training sessions.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Display excellent customer service in a friendly and helpful manner to all participants and fellow employees.

Position Compensation: $13.00 - $18.00 per hour

Minimum Requirements:

Education: Current UVA student
Experience: Some experience, up to 1-3 years
Licensure: Water Safety Instructor preferred, but not required.

Physical Demands:

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings and programs.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System, is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.