Swim Lesson Coach: Safe, Impactful Skill Builder

Apex Park and Recreation District; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Apex Park and Recreation District in Colorado seeks a part-time swim instructor to provide safe, quality lessons for various age groups. You will teach content aligned with the course description and certification guidelines, monitor participants, and maintain accurate records.

You will prepare classes, set up equipment, enforce pool rules, and coordinate substitutes as needed. The role requires knowledge of swimming techniques, strong communication, and the ability to work in indoor/outdoor

Qualifications

• Training – Starfish Aquatic Institute Certification preferred, training provided for selected candidates.
• Experience - Previous instructional experience preferred.
• Or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence that the applicant possesses the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach class content appropriate to the course description, level and within certification guidelines; monitor participants and assess skills; provide a safe environment for all participants; complete any necessary reports and forms, i.e., course records, attendance records, progress reports, etc.; responsible for finding a dependable, appropriate substitute upon their absence.
• Perform related work as required and assigned.
• Enforces all pool rules and regulations.
• Responsible for preparation of class; prepares lesson plans, organizes teaching equipment; may be required to set-up and break-down materials used for instruction.

Skills

Swim stroke proficiency

Group instruction

Communication with participants

Safety awareness

Equipment operation

Education

Starfish Aquatic Institute Certification preferred

Tools

Equipment operation

Job description

Apex Park and Recreation District in Colorado seeks a part-time swim instructor to provide safe, quality lessons for various age groups. You will teach content aligned with the course description and certification guidelines, monitor participants, and maintain accurate records.

You will prepare classes, set up equipment, enforce pool rules, and coordinate substitutes as needed. The role requires knowledge of swimming techniques, strong communication, and the ability to work in indoor/outdoor