Swim Program Instructor II

avon; Avon (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match of 3.75%

Avon Recreation Center pass

Paid Sick Leave

Flexible Scheduling

Opportunities for Advancement

Job summary

The Town of Avon is seeking a Swim Program Instructor II to lead and implement high-quality swim instruction as part of the Community Swim Program. This role involves developing swimming skills and ensuring participant safety while creating a fun environment.

The ideal candidate will possess necessary certifications, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Opportunities for growth and competitive benefits are offered. Apply by 6/25/2026!

Qualifications

• Ability to develop and oversee swim programs.
• Experience in instructional swim preferred.
• Effective communication in English; Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality swim lessons for participants.
• Design and direct activities to ensure high-quality instruction.
• Track participant progress and enforce safety standards.

Skills

Teaching swimming skills

Knowledge of water safety

Communication skills

Education

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification

First Aid/CPR/AED certification

Job description

Come Join the Town of Avon Team! Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Avon, Colorado, is more than a destination - it’s a place to call home. Here, visitors and residents alike enjoy living, working, and playing in a breathtaking outdoor setting.

At the Town of Avon, we’re the driving force behind what makes this community thrive. From fixing potholes to hosting events in Nottingham Park, to teaching swim lessons at our 40,000 sq. ft. full-service Recreation Center, to ensuring public safety, our dedicated team makes it all happen.

We offer a variety of opportunities in fantastic locations, backed by supportive leadership and excellent benefits. Whether you're seeking a full-time career or a seasonal part-time job, the Town of Avon is the perfect place to grow, contribute, and make a difference. Join our team today!

Position Overview

The Town of Avon, Colorado, is accepting applications for a Swim Program Instructor II. The Swim Program Instructor II is responsible for providing leadership, direction, and hands‑on development and implementation with the objective to yield the highest attainable levels of excellence in instruction as well as individual and team performance for the Community Swim Program, in the areas of USA Swimming, Recreational Swimming, and “Learn to Swim” programs. This position is responsible for developing and improving the technical and physical swimming skills of each participant while providing a safe, fun, and educational environment and orienting participants to the “Learn to Swim” progression and competitive swimming.

Essential Functions

1. Develop appropriate means necessary to offer quality swim lessons while remaining up to date on current trends
2. Design, organize, and direct activities of participants in order to provide a high level of quality instruction for all participants
3. Communicate and interact effectively with class participants, parents/guardians, and the public, as appropriate, to ensure awareness of the program
4. Teach with encouragement, positive reinforcement, and assist participants and parents/guardians in recognizing and understanding swimming developments and achievements
5. Work with the Swim Program Supervisor on an on‑going basis to upgrade, improve and refine individual teaching skills related to teaching effective swimming lessons to various age groups and skill levels
6. Accurately track participant attendance, progress, and payments; notify parents of child’s progress and of payments due; and submit paperwork and records to the Swim Program Supervisor
7. Issue Learn‑To‑Swim completion certificates and update participant files after each session
8. Resolve simple public complaints in matters related to swimming instruction and refer other complaints to the Swim Program Supervisor
9. Enforce pool safety standards and facility operational rules for all individuals, take proper safety precautions, anticipate unsafe circumstances, and act accordingly to prevent accidents
10. Report damage to equipment and/or injuries to participants by completing an Incident Report form when necessary and submitting it to the Swim Program Supervisor
11. Educate participants on safe habits and attitudes around aquatic areas
12. Recognize and respond effectively in emergencies in accordance with the Recreation Center’s emergency action plan

Why Work for the Town of Avon?

• Retirement match of 3.75%
• Avon Recreation Center pass
• Earn Paid Sick Leave
• Spanish Language Initiative
• Flexible Scheduling
• Opportunities for Advancement

Town of Avon Culture and Values

• PublicService: We are committed to an effective, community‑focused organization that passionately engages and serves our residents, property owners, businesses, and guests.
• Openness: We are open, transparent, complete, objective, and respectful of opposing views with all Town officials and with the public in our decisions and actions.
• Leadership: We perform our work with commitment, passion, collaboration, fairness, honesty and courage to elevate our performance, the performance of our co‑workers, and the character of our community.
• Integrity: We are professional, ethical, responsible and accountable in our decisions and actions.
• Stewardship: We are custodians and stewards of the Town's financial, physical, environmental and natural resources on behalf of current and future generations.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge and application of teaching swimming and water safety skills
• Considerable knowledge of program content and teaching techniques governing all levels of Learn‑to‑Swim programs
• Thorough knowledge of Avon Recreation Center rules, policies, and procedures
• Ability to work with resources available to enhance program instruction
• Must possess current First Aid/CPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain within one (1) month of hire; must possess current Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification; all swimming skills and certifications must remain current
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Ability to develop, instruct, and oversee assigned programs and supervise large groups of individuals
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Ability to communicate in English effectively both verbally and in writing; Spanish is considered a plus
• Must be at least 16 years old

Special Requirements: A minimum of one‑year experience in instructional swim is preferred and training in teaching Learn‑To‑Swim classes is required. American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification required. Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence of required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.

The Town reserves the right to suspend or extend the posting deadline based on receipt of qualified candidates.

• A background check and reference checks will be required prior to employment.
• The Town of Avon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Deadline Date: 6/25/2026