AccessABLE Rec. - Swimming Instructor

The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging. We recognize the diversity of our community members, listen to all voices, and provide equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play, and work. Equity is at the center of all our work, and we strive to represent our community in our teammates, as diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative and empowering.

About the role

This is a temporary/seasonal position teaching adaptive swim lessons to children aged 4-12 with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities through the AccessABLE Rec. Program.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with individuals with disabilities, encouraging water readiness and teaching basic swim skills.
• Assist with setting out and putting away equipment and supplies.
• Greet students and families at the beginning of each class and escort students in and out of the pool.
• Communicate progress and suggestions to parents and the AccessABLE Recreation Program Coordinator.
• Monitor and enforce safe behavior and encourage all appropriate safety precautions in and around the pool area.
• Complete necessary forms and paperwork pertaining to students and program policies.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age, demonstrate responsibility and maturity.
• Must be committed to work when scheduled.
• Must be comfortable working in the water with students of various intellectual and physical abilities.
• Must be self-motivated, comfortable in the water, and able to physically lift, hold, and provide necessary physical support to students.

Qualifications

• Passionate about teaching and willing to learn.
• Experience performing similar work (desirable).

Pay

$16.81–$19.96 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

• 1.5–3 hours per week.
• Mondays and Wednesdays during the school year from October 2026 to May 2027, with holidays off and breaks in between seasons.
• Flexible scheduling available.

Physical and Environmental Criteria

This position is classified as Light Work: exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

• Continuous demands: sitting, standing, walking.
• Frequent demands: lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling.
• Occasional demands: kneeling, crouching, bending, twisting.

Sensory requirements include sight, hearing, and touch. Environmental conditions may include extreme heat (above 100 degrees).