Swim Lead

City of Plymouth, MN; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Plymouth, MN is seeking a Swim Lead to provide instruction, guidance, and leadership to deliver safe, fun, and inclusive swimming programs for participants of varying ages and abilities. The role includes flexible shifts (day/evening/weekend, up to 29 hours/week) at Wayzata East and West Middle School pools, with training provided before start dates.

Responsibilities include planning and directing swim activities, supporting staff, and ensuring high quality program delivery while

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate strong communication skills.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification is required or must be able to obtain.
• Must demonstrate an interest in and ability to teach children.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, coordinate and direct swim activities and programs for participants of all ages and skill levels.
• Provide support and assistance to participants and staff to promote a welcoming, inclusive environment.
• Work collaboratively with instructors, lifeguards, recreation staff and supervisors to ensure safe, engaging and high‑quality programs for all participants.
• Follow established staff policies, procedures, safety standards and guidelines, ensuring all staff and participants understand and follow them.
• Provide a safe, fun and appropriate experience for all participants.

Skills

Communication skills

First Aid & CPR

Teaching children

Job description

At the City of Plymouth, we all work together to add quality to life. This mission and our guiding values – CIVIC: customer focus, integrity, visionary, inclusion and connection – shape our work as we advance the City Council’s strategic priority to be a city of choice. We are seeking candidates who are eager to adopt and champion our mission and values.

Pay Range:

$17.33 - $20.17 Hourly

Job Description:

Primary Objectives of Position

Under the direction of designated supervisory staff, this position leads and supports swim programming for participants of various ages and abilities. The Swim Lead provides instruction, guidance, and leadership to create a safe, fun, and inclusive aquatic environment while supporting staff and ensuring quality program delivery.

The swim lead will create engaging, safe and inclusive swim lessons in a fun, supportive environment where participants can build confidence, develop essential swimming skills and enjoy learning.

• Flexible shifts with daytime, evening and weekend hours, no more than 29 hours per week.
• Locations: Wayzata East Middle School Pool and Wayzata West Middle School Pool
• Training provided prior to program start dates.

Major Areas of Responsibility

• Plan, organize, coordinate and direct swim activities and program for participants of all ages and skill levels.
• Provide support and assistance to participants and staff as needed to promote a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible environment.
• Work collaboratively with instructors, lifeguards, recreation staff, and supervisors to ensure safe, engaging and high-quality programs for all participants.
• Follow established staff policies, procedures, safety standards and guidelines, ensuring all staff and participants understand and follow the established policies and procedures.
• Provide a safe, fun and appropriate experience for all participants

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 15 years of age or older.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification is required or must be able to obtain.
• Must demonstrate an interest in and ability to teach children.
• Must demonstrate strong communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Previous experience teaching swimming or assisting with swim lessons.
• Experience working with children in a recreation, education, camp, or aquatic setting.

Supplemental Information:

Need certification?

Plymouth Parks and Recreation offers a variety of courses through various authorized providers. For classes in Lifeguard Training, Water Safety Instruction, CPR, First Aid and more, contact the Plymouth Parks and Recreation at 763-509-5200.