Swim Lesson Coach — Safe, Skillful Stroke & Fun

City of Springfield, MA; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Springfield, MA is seeking a Swim Instructor responsible for safety, growth, stroke development, water games and rescue through demonstration and correction. You will plan, prepare and supervise each class to ensure a fun and educational experience for all participants.

Requirements include YMCA or American Red Cross swimming instructor certification, CPR, AED, First Aid and Oxygen Administration, plus at least 2 years of experience with children and 1 year in a pool environment.

Qualifications

• YMCA or ARC swimming instructor certification required.
• CPR, AED, First Aid and Oxygen Administration certifications required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a pool environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and well-being of participants during class.
• Maintain constant supervision and class control at all times.
• Encourage participants and correct swim strokes to prevent bad habits.
• Demonstrate techniques in water for every class.
• Enforce pool rules in a courteous yet firm manner.
• Prepare lesson plans, record sheets, skill evaluations, and parent communications.
• Attend weekly staff meetings and trainings.
• Arrive 15 minutes early to set up equipment and stay on deck to assist lifeguards.

Skills

Communication with swimmers/parents

In-water demonstrations

Safety supervision

Education

YMCA or American Red Cross swimming instructor certification

CPR certification

AED certification

First Aid certification

Oxygen Administration certification

Job description

City of Springfield, MA is seeking a Swim Instructor responsible for safety, growth, stroke development, water games and rescue through demonstration and correction. You will plan, prepare and supervise each class to ensure a fun and educational experience for all participants.

Requirements include YMCA or American Red Cross swimming instructor certification, CPR, AED, First Aid and Oxygen Administration, plus at least 2 years of experience with children and 1 year in a pool environment.