Youth Aquatics Assistant Swim Instructor

Wifca; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) is seeking an Youth Aquatics Assistant Swim Instructor to support lead instructors in Red Cross Learn-to-Swim programs at multiple MMSD pools. You will engage with swimmers and help create a fun, inclusive learning environment for ages infants through adults.

The role offers up to 18.5 hours per week with evening and weekend shifts, and opportunities to learn lesson planning and co-teaching paths for future leadership in MSCR swim programs.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years of age
• Interest in working with youth of all abilities
• Ability to swim 25 yards of all six strokes to a Level 4 standard
• Comfort in deep water (up to 12 feet)
• Previous swim lesson experience or experience working with youth.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead instructors in teaching Red Cross Learn-to-Swim programs.
• Engage with swimmers and create a fun learning environment.
• Learn valuable skills in lesson planning and co‑teaching (optional path for those interested in leading classes in the future).

Job description

Youth Aquatics Assistant Swim Instructor

Madison School & Community Recreation (MSCR) is Madison’s public recreation provider. MSCR offers a wide variety of athletic, recreational, arts and enrichment activities and classes for all ages in an accessible, inclusive setting. Programs include swimming instruction, MSCR on the Move, arts & enrichment classes, youth summer camps, sports camps & clinics, adult & 50+ fitness, adult sport leagues including pickleball, softball and tennis, and a wide variety of outdoor pursuits including paddling sports, pontoon trips, camping, orienteering and challenge courses.

As a department of the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD), MSCR also provides afterschool enrichment activities, clubs and sports as well as summer programming in Madison elementary, middle and high schools, Allied Learning Center and Meadowood Neighborhood Center. Afterschool clubs and sports include: arts & enrichment, homework/academic clubs, drama, dance, skiing, soccer, basketball, volleyball, cross country and much more!

Program Description:

MSCR offers swim instruction for all ages (infants through adults) following the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim standards. Programs are held at five MMSD pools during the school year. Depending on the location, swim instructors may teach any of the following: child + adult classes, preschool lessons, youth lessons (grades K-8) and teen/adult lessons. MSCR follows an inclusive programming model providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities across all classes.

Job Description & Duties:

• Assist lead instructors in teaching Red Cross Learn-to-Swim programs.
• Engage with swimmers and create a fun learning environment.
• Learn valuable skills in lesson planning and co‑teaching (optional path for those interested in leading classes in the future).

Start Date:

September 13, 2026

Work Location:

East, La Follette, Memorial and West High Schools, Lapham Elementary

Hours/week:

Up to 18.5 hours per week.

Work hours:

Evening and weekend hours available.

Payrate:

15.00 - 18.00 per hour

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 15 years of age
• Interest in working with youth of all abilities
• Ability to swim 25 yards of all six strokes to a Level 4 standard (or willingness to learn to this level)
• Comfort in deep water (up to 12 feet)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous swim lesson experience or experience working with youth.

Other Information:

Applicants must be 15 by the start date. Opportunitiesto receive Lifeguarding and/or WSI Certification through MSCR.

is a department of the Madison Metropolitan School District.