Swim Lesson Instructor

Bolingbrook Park District; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym membership

Program discounts for family

Personal Time Off accrual

Pension plan eligibility

CPR/AED training

Employee recognition program

Payroll portal access

Job summary

Bolingbrook Park District is seeking a part-time swim instructor to ensure the safety and progress of participants across age groups. The role involves creating lesson plans, teaching from the pool, and coordinating with an instructional aide to deliver engaging classes.

Ideal candidates will be at least 15, hold Starfish instructor certification or be willing to obtain it, and bring strong customer service and public interaction skills to a friendly, community-focused team.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old.
• Certified in Starfish swim instructor course or be willing to take course.
• Knowledge of swimming skills and organizing swimming lessons.
• Ability to work with the public and other staff professionally.
• Strong knowledge of customer service philosophies and practices.

Responsibilities

• Create and use lesson plans for all classes.
• Effectively instruct aquatic class participants for the skill levels assigned.
• Be able to teach classes from inside the pool waters and use assigned pool space effectively and efficiently.
• Supervise the instructional aide assigned to you.
• Keep accurate records including attendance, progress of participants, class activities and course record sheets.
• Begin and end classes on time.
• Complete and distribute report cards that are thorough and neatly written.

Skills

Swimming instruction

Customer service

Public interaction

Record keeping

Education

Starfish swim instructor certification

Job description

• Location 200 South Lindsey Lane,Bolingbrook, IL, 60440,United States
• Base Pay $15.50 - $15.50 / Hour
• Job Category PT
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree NONE
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Assistant Aquatic Manager and the Swim Lessons Coordinator, this position is responsible for the instruction and safety of swimming to participants of all ages and skill levels

Part Time Benefits

• Part-Time employees receive free membership to our Lifestyles Fitness Center and the Pelican Harbor water park.
• Part-Time employees receive 30% discount on programs and family members in their household also receive 30% off memberships & programs.
• Part-Time staff working 520-999.75 hours in the current year, will earn 16 hours of Personal Time Off to use in the following year.
• Part-Time staff who work 1000+ hours in the current year will earn 32 hours of Personal Time Off to use in the following year.
• Eligible for mandatory pension plan based on 1000 hours or more worked per year.
• Free CPR/AED training.
• Employee Recognition Program
• Employee payroll portal.

Requirements

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

• Must be at least 15 years of age
• Certified in Starfish swim instructor course or be willing to take course

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of swimming skills necessary
• Knowledge of organizing and conducting swimming lessons
• Must be able to work with the public and other staff in a professional manner
• A strong knowledge of customer service philosophies and practices.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and use lesson plans for all classes
• Effectively instruct aquatic class participants for the skill levels assigned
• Be able to teach classes from inside the pool waters and use assigned pool space effectively and efficiently
• Supervise the instructional aide assigned to you
• Keep accurate records including but not exclusive to: attendance, progress of participants, class activities and course record sheets
• Begin and end classes on time
• Complete and distribute report cards that are thorough and written neatly with no spelling errors
• Organize and keep in contact with private lesson guardians, always having a record of their receipt number and call made for scheduling
• Provide excellent customer service following Bolingbrook Park District guidelines at all times
• Establish and maintain a positive rapport by using tact and discretion with participants, parents and staff
• Respond to and report all unsafe conditions to the Swim Lessons Coordinator or the Assistant Aquatic Manager
• Maintain a professional and well-groomed appearance while on duty in accordance with the park district branding policy
• Perform other duties deemed necessary by the Deck Coordinator or Assistant Aquatic Manager
• Abide by the Bolingbrook Park District dress code for your area
• Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the Park District’s safety program
• Work as a Team Player with co-workers and in conjunction with other departments

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Talking/Hearing: to communicate with staff and public
• Seeing: to observe pool operations; to obtain information from written material
• Standing: while observing lessons
• Walking: while teaching lessons
• Swimming: to be in the pool during lessons
• Treading: to stay afloat while teaching lessons
• Diving: to demonstrate for lessons
• Reaching: to retrieve files and manuals
• Pulling: to install lane lines
• Pushing: to move deck furniture
• Stooping: to retrieve files at lower levels; to put supplies away
• Crouching: to get into pull; to retrieve files at lower levels; to put supplies away
• Lifting: to aid swimmers, to put supplies away

COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS

• Must have the ability to assess emergency situations and react quickly and calmly.
• Must have the ability to relate to others in a professional manner.
• Must exhibit good safety awareness and judgment.
• Must have ability to read, write and organize materials.

FLSA

This is a part time-seasonal, non-exempt position

HOURS

The Aquatic Park is open 7 days a week. Classes run in the morning, late afternoon and weekends. Hours for each instructor will be set by the Assistant Aquatic Manager