Principal Responsibilities :
Job Overview :
Under the supervision of the Aquatics Director, the Group Swimming Instructor is responsible for lesson planning that facilitates a positive and growth driven learning environment. The primary function of the Instructor will be to maintain a safe and organized instructional environment for class participants.
Minimum Qualifications :
Key Responsibilities, in coordination and consultation with the Director / Asst. Director , include :
- Embodying an outgoing and enthusiastic personality at all times.
- Strong customer service while enforcing all policies and procedures
- Reporting to work in uniform a minimum of ten minutes prior to the assigned shift
- Maintaining a safe and orderly instructional environment for all participants
- Cleanliness of the pool area and instructional equipment
- Teaching age and skill appropriate swimming techniques utilizing hydrodynamic principles
- Assessing and reporting swim level of participants
Qualities and Qualifications :
Age 16 or olderCurrently certified Lifeguarding / CPR / AED / First Aid (preferred)Currently certified Water Safety Instructor (preferred)Being familiar with the facility Emergency Action PlanParticipating in continuing education activities through both internal and external sessions to promote an on-going development of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for instructors.Physical effort required for daily duties includes lifting heavy weights, squatting, bending, reaching, spotting, and prolonged standing / walking.Must be able to lift and / or move 30+ pounds