Swim Teacher/Swim Support - Half Moon Bay

La Petite Baleen; Half Moon Bay (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

La Petite Baleen in Half Moon Bay, CA is seeking a Swim Instructor to teach students using the La Petite Baleen curriculum and to maintain a high standard of safety in the water.

You will instruct swim lessons, monitor participant safety, and support class operations while collaborating with staff to deliver engaging, structured lessons.

Qualifications

• Must know how to swim and swim in deep water.
• Ability to demonstrate swim lesson skills and use teaching aids.

Responsibilities

• Instruct all swim lesson participants.
• Ensure participant safety in each class.
• Keep classes on schedule and assist with questions after class.
• Instructs and evaluates students in swim lessons.
• Attend mandatory meetings and training sessions.

Skills

Swim instruction

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: HMB LPB - HALF MOON BAY, CA 94019

Salary Range: $24.00 - $29.00

Hourly

Position purpose: Teach students (2 months Adult) how to swim, using the La Petite Baleen curriculum.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks

• Responsible for instructing all swim lesson participants.
• This position is also responsible for the safety of the participants in their own class.
• Work shifts/ hours as scheduled, which includes beginning and ending class on time; remaining after class to answer participant and/or parent questions as needed, and clean up supplies.
• Instructs and evaluates students participating in swim lessons.
• Attends mandatory meetings and training sessions as scheduled.
• Acts immediately and appropriately to secure the safety of patrons in the event of an emergency.
• Follow all safety rules, pool rules, and regulations.
• Report any safety issues/concerns to the Director on Duty (DOD).
• Presents a professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintains a high standard of customer service.
• Check work email at least once a week before or after your shift.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must know how to swim and to swim in deep water.
• Knowledge of and the ability to demonstrate skills in swim lessons instruction.
• Ability to demonstrate skills as required for class content and use teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, floaties, etc.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment and possess energy and enthusiasm.
• Ability to positively interact with others.
• Strong communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Work Requirements

• Able to work in 90-degree water for up to 4 hours.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. This includes moving equipment and physically assisting students in and out of the water.
• Able to work in a humid (degree ranges from 75-90) and noisy environment.
• Able to climb in and out of the pool.