Swim Lesson Instructor (Student Associate) - Campus Recreation Center

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 17,082 - 18,459; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

20% discount on programs and services

Job summary

The University of Cincinnati is seeking a Swim Lesson Instructor to teach swim lessons at the Campus Recreation Center. This position requires effective teaching skills, attendance maintenance of class records, and participation in training meetings. Applicants must be enrolled at a post-secondary institution and at least 16 years of age. Pay rates are $13.40/hour for certified instructors and $12.40/hour for non-certified ones, alongside some additional benefits like a discount on programs.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at least part-time at a post-secondary institution or secondary school.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Effectively teach and give feedback to students during swim lessons.
• Maintain current attendance records.
• Record class participants' results on the report card.
• Participate in all scheduled meetings and trainings.
• Forward patrons with questions to the Aquatic Coordinator.

Skills

Teaching experience

Risk Management

Critical Thinking

Communication

Time Management

Problem Solving

Conflict Resolution

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title

Swim Lesson Instructor (Student Associate) – Campus Recreation Center

Work Arrangement

Onsite

Primary Duties

• Effectively teach and give feedback to students during swim lessons.
• Maintain current attendance records.
• Maintain the class participants' progress.
• Record class participants' results on the report card.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled WSI meetings and trainings.
• Forward patrons with specific questions or concerns to the Aquatic Coordinator or Aquatic Supervisor.
• Maintain current certifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• Campus Recreation provides additional development opportunities for staff beyond job duties, including the possibility to attend varying conferences at state, regional, and national levels as well as inter‑departmental committee opportunities through our student‑led organization, Recreational Development & Leadership (RDL).
• This position may require early mornings, late nights, and holidays.
• Hour requirement: one lesson a week.
• Skills acquired include: Teaching experience, Risk Management, Critical Thinking, Communication, Time Management, Problem Solving, Conflict Resolution.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Enrolled at a post‑secondary institution or a secondary school.
• Enrolled at least part‑time (one or more credit hours if at a post‑secondary institution), except for summer term, or will be a registered student during the next academic term.
• "Enrollment" shall include: the period between two successive terms for which the student is enrolled; the one "off" term in each academic year in which the student is not enrolled. Student employee status may be retained for one additional term following either graduation or withdrawal from enrollment.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Standing - often
• Talking - often
• Walking - often
• Bending - often
• Pulling, pushing - often
• Position specific: Works on uneven and/or slippery surfaces and is periodically exposed to hazardous conditions/situations, and substances.
• Ability to work with all age groups.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay rate – $13.40/hour for Certified Staff holding active American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certifications.
• Pay rate – $12.40/hour for non‑certified assisting instructors.
• 20% discount on programs and services (excluding Pro Shop).

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

Additional Notes

REQ: 102091