Water Safety Instructor & Swim Program Lead

Oak View Group; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan

401(k) matching

Job summary

Oak View Group's Greensboro Aquatic Center (GAC) is seeking a Water Safety Instructor to teach group, private, and adaptive swim lessons and to serve as deck coordinator for GAC programming. The role emphasizes safety, instruction quality, and staff development.

Responsibilities include mentoring staff, supporting Guilford County Schools' Learn to Swim program, and coordinating lesson operations. Part-time position with hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must complete a recognized Water Safety Instructor certification course offered by organizations such as the American Red Cross, the YMCA, or the Royal Life Saving Society.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required.
• Proficient swimming skills across strokes and water safety techniques.
• Strong communication and ability to engage with participants and parents.

Responsibilities

• Teach and execute GAC-related swim lessons—group, private, and adaptive.
• Operate as deck coordinator when not teaching to notify parents of deck changes/requirements.
• Assist at the front desk with swim lesson registration and questions.
• Create and track attendance reports and assessment cards for GAC programming.
• Act as a lead instructor to mentor younger staff.
• Assist with Guilford County Schools' 2nd Grade Learn to Swim Program as deck coordinator or instructor.
• Assist with instructor recruitment, retention, and staff trainings.
• Teach WSI and LG classes if applicable.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Oak View Group's Greensboro Aquatic Center (GAC) is seeking a Water Safety Instructor to teach group, private, and adaptive swim lessons and to serve as deck coordinator for GAC programming. The role emphasizes safety, instruction quality, and staff development.

Responsibilities include mentoring staff, supporting Guilford County Schools' Learn to Swim program, and coordinating lesson operations. Part-time position with hourly pay and benefits.