Swim Lesson Coordinator

ACAC - ATLANTIC COAST ATHLETIC CLUBS; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

ACAC - Atlantic Coast Athletic Clubs seeks an Aquatics Coordinator to lead and coordinate swim lesson programs for children and adults. You will manage instructors, schedule lessons, and ensure safety compliance while working closely with the Aquatics Manager and department heads.

The role emphasizes program development, customer communication, and adherence to learn-to-swim guidelines across private, semi-private, and group settings.

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred.
• Starfish Instructor course within 30 days of employment.
• Valid Lifeguard certification or aims to obtain within 30 days.
• Prior aquatics teaching or coaching experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct swim lessons for children and adults following learn-to-swim guidelines.
• Build out swim lesson programs in Club Automation.
• Hire, train, schedule, and evaluate swim lesson instructors.
• Communicate regularly with the swim lesson instructor team and with participants/guardians.
• Ensure safety and enforce aquatic policies during lessons.
• Lead group swim lesson sessions and participate in program development meetings.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

Customer service

Creative teaching methods

Team leadership

Education

High School diploma

Starfish Instructor course

Job description

Description

FLSA Classification : Nonexempt

Reports to : Aquatics Manager

Job Description

Summary/objective

Coordinates and conducts swim lessons for children and adults in private, semi-private and group settings following acac ’s learn-to-swim program guidelines and swim levels.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Responsible for managing all aspects of the swim lesson programs
• Build out swim lesson programs in Club Automation
• Hire, train, schedule, and evaluate swim lesson instructors
• Communicate regularly with the swim lesson instructor team, including but not limited to regularly scheduled meetings
• Provide swim lesson participants and guardians with regular communication
• Work with VP of Projects & Program Development on the operations of the swim lesson program, including private, semi-private and group lessons
• Active participation in the swim lesson project team
• Able to demonstrate proper swimming techniques
• Maintain constant control of the lesson while emphasizing safety
• Monitor and track swim lessons packages progress
• Schedule lessons per club policy
• Follow all operational procedures for swim lessons
• Prepare for a lesson with needed materials & equipment, clean up after the lesson
• Teach progressive swim lessons and adhere to the learn-to-swim program
• Communicate with participants and/or parents regarding the progress of participants
• Be knowledgeable of acac aquatic policies and be able to effectively communicate these to members and guests
• Work collaboratively with acac Aquatic Directors and Department Heads
• Enforce aquatic and safety policies
• Strive to both meet and exceed swim lesson revenue goals
• Maintain familiarity with acac programs to manage questions and communicate knowledgeably to members and guests
• Visible, active onsite management presence
• Team lead all group swim lesson sessions

Requirements

Physical demands

• Must be able to actively participate in swim lessons using repetitive arm and leg motions
• Must be able to swim in both deep and shallow water
• Must be able to work in an often warm and humid environment with heightened noise
• Must be able to work in both warm water and cool water pools
• Ability to work varied shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Required competencies, education, and experience

• High School diploma preferred
• Prior aquatics teaching or coaching experience preferred
• Successful completion of the Starfish Instructor course within 30 days of employment
• Must have a valid Lifeguard certification, or become lifeguard certified within 30 days of employment
• Superior customer service skills; ability to work with both children and adults
• Ability to be creative in finding the best teaching methods to accommodate different populations
• Must be at least 18 years old

Company Expectations

• Read, sign, and abide by the policies included in the Team Member Handbook
• Park in team member-designated areas
• Club cleanliness is an all-team responsibility; assist whenever necessary in any area of the club to keep the club neat and clean
• Assist with Service Days
• Assist with acac programs, special events, or activities outside your department
• Promptly return messages
• Exhibit a positive attitude at all times
• Deliver five-star service to members and guests with friendliness, direct eye contact, and a pleasant demeanor at all times

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

acac is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.