Swim Lesson Instructor

City of Greenbelt, Maryland; Greenbelt (MD); On-site; USD 19,173 - 27,307; Part time

Job summary

The City of Greenbelt, Maryland, is seeking a Swim Lesson Instructor to teach swimming lessons to individuals of all ages, from infants to seniors. Responsibilities include providing instruction, adapting teaching methods to student needs, ensuring safety, and maintaining a clean facility. Ideal candidates should possess current certifications in Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR. This role ensures a positive learning environment and client satisfaction at the Greenbelt Aquatic & Fitness Center.

Qualifications

• Current certification in Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer preferred.
• Swimming background knowledge is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach swim lessons to swimmers of all ages and abilities.
• Enforce safety rules and maintain a safe environment.
• Evaluate and provide feedback to students.

Skills

Swimming instruction

Lifeguard Training

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

Positive feedback provision

Understanding of aquatic facility policies

Job description

Position: Swim Lesson Instructor

Reports To: Swim Lesson Coordinator, Aquatics Coordinators, Supervisor

Starting Pay: $16.87/hour Grade: 5

Description: The Swim Lesson Instructor is responsible for teaching swim lessons to swimmers between the ages of 6 months to adults and seniors according to Greenbelt Aquatic & Fitness Center guidelines. Classes include parent and child classes, American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim classes, tween/teen classes, and adult instructional classes. The Swim Lesson Instructor will enforce pool and safety rules and Greenbelt Aquatic & Fitness Center policies to maintain a safe environment and customer satisfaction.

Duties:

• Be familiar with American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim levels and other Red Cross water safety courses and know how to use course materials effectively.
• Provide swimming instruction to students of all ages, abilities, and skill levels.
• Adapt your teaching approaches to the age, experience, and ability of participants so they can meet course objectives.
• Evaluate students and recommend appropriate classes for their skill levels.
• Provide corrective and positive feedback to students to ensure learning and a positive atmosphere.
• Complete student evaluation cards.
• Have all instructional equipment ready before lessons begin and put all equipment away at the end of lessons.
• Communicate regularly with participants and parents.
• Recognize distressed swimmers and provide the necessary assistance.
• Know, understand, and enforce all aquatic facility policies, rules, and regulations.
• Never leave students unattended.
• Report to duty and be ready to work 15 minutes prior to the beginning of your shift.
• Maintain a positive rapport and image with the patrons.
• Keeps the facility clean, including pool, pool area, and locker rooms.

Qualifications:

• Current certification in the following:
• Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Automated External Defibrillation (preferred).
• Swimming background knowledge.