Swim Instructor: Year-Round Roles with Free Certifications

Oshman Family JCC; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free fitness center membership

Health, Dental and Vision

Paid holidays and PTO

R&R room access

Job summary

Oshman Family JCC in Palo Alto is seeking a Swim Instructor to teach group swimming lessons in both indoor and outdoor pools. You will foster a fun, safe learning environment while helping students of varying ages build skills and confidence in the water.

The ideal candidate has a strong swimming background, 1+ years of aquatic instruction experience, and excellent communication. CPR/AED and First Aid are preferred; Lifeguard Training certification or the ability to obtain it within 90 days is

Qualifications

• Dynamic, energetic, friendly personality.
• Strong swimming background preferred.
• 1+ years of experience as an aquatic instructor preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and customer-service focus.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred.
• Lifeguard Training certification or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Experience working with children up to 12 years old.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide swim instruction to varied ages and skill levels.
• Demonstrate and critique swimming strokes and techniques.
• Plan lessons, select drills, and track student progress.
• Create a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment.
• Maintain safety and water-safety emphasis throughout lessons.
• Inspire and motivate students to enjoy swimming.

Skills

Swim instruction

Customer service

CPR/AED

Lifeguard training

Children experience

Time management

Multitasking

Motivating others

Organized

Evenings/weekends availability

Job description

Oshman Family JCC in Palo Alto is seeking a Swim Instructor to teach group swimming lessons in both indoor and outdoor pools. You will foster a fun, safe learning environment while helping students of varying ages build skills and confidence in the water.

The ideal candidate has a strong swimming background, 1+ years of aquatic instruction experience, and excellent communication. CPR/AED and First Aid are preferred; Lifeguard Training certification or the ability to obtain it within 90 days is