Water Safety Instructor

THORNTON-DONOVAN SCHOOL; City of New Rochelle (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

THORNTON-DONOVAN SCHOOL in New Rochelle, NY is seeking a Water Safety Instructor to provide swim instruction and ensure the safety of participants during lessons. The full-time, on-site role involves teaching swim classes, supervising aquatic activities, and maintaining safety protocols.

Qualified candidates must have swim instruction proficiency, certifications in Water Safety Instruction and lifeguarding, as well as First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in swim instruction and delivering engaging swim lessons.
• Strong swimming and aquatics skills with understanding of water safety practices.
• Experience or certification in lifeguarding required.

Responsibilities

• Provide swim instruction and ensure participant safety during lessons.
• Teach, lead swim classes, and supervise aquatic activities.
• Collaborate with staff to create a safe and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Swim instruction proficiency

Strong swimming skills

Effective communication skills

Team-oriented collaboration

Education

Certification as a Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or equivalent

First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications

Job description

Thornton-Donovan School, established in 1901, is a unique and historic educational institution in Westchester County, New York.

Role Description

The Water Safety Instructor is responsible for providing swim instruction and ensuring the safety of participants during lessons. Daily tasks include teaching and leading swim classes, supervising aquatic activities, demonstrating proper swimming techniques, and maintaining safety protocols both in and around the water. The instructor will also collaborate with staff to create a safe and engaging learning environment. This is a full-time, on-site role located in New Rochelle, NY.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in swim instruction and delivering engaging swim lessons to individuals or groups
• Strong swimming and aquatics skills with an understanding of water safety practices
• Experience or certification in lifeguarding and ensuring the safety of participants in aquatic environments
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for instructing and motivating learners of varying ages and abilities
• Certification as a Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or equivalent is required
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications are required
• Ability to work well with students and staff in a team-oriented environment