Swim Aide

Under the direction of the Swim Program Coordinator and Swim Instructors, Swim Aides assist with the delivery of Tiger Swim Program swim lessons and help create a safe, positive, and supportive learning environment for student swimmers.

Responsibilities

• Lesson Support
  • Assist Swim Instructors during lessons by helping students follow directions and stay engaged.
  • Provide encouragement and basic skill support under the direction of the instructor.
  • Help organize students during class activities and transitions.
• Student Safety & Supervision
  • Maintain active supervision of assigned students while following instructor and lifeguard direction.
  • Assist students safely entering and exiting the pool.
  • Support the enforcement of pool rules and expectations.
• Program Support
  • Assist with attendance and class organization as directed.
  • Help set up and put away instructional equipment before and after lessons.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming lesson environment.

Requirements

• Must be at least 14 years of age.
• Ability to follow directions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and ability to work with children of various ages and abilities.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional.

Physical & Environmental Demands

• Ability to remain in the pool area for extended periods.
• Ability to assist children in and around the water.
• Indoor pool environment with high humidity, warm water temperatures, and exposure to pool chemicals.

Reports to: Director of Community Education

Pay

$12.23/hour with the ability to advance and/or work in other community education programs.