Swim Instructor ($18 hourly)

About the role

The Salvation Army is a branch of the Christian Church, and the ultimate goal of all programs is a spiritual, emotional and physical regeneration of all people.

Responsibilities

• Teach and assist swim lessons to preschool, school age children and adults, levels 1-6.
• Evaluate students and recommend appropriate classes for their skill levels.
• Provide corrective and positive feedback to students to ensure learning and a positive atmosphere.
• Cover all materials required in a class.
• Complete student evaluations, reports and records.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information and documents received.
• Have all instructional equipment ready before lessons begin and put all equipment away at the end of lessons.
• Communicate regularly with participants and parents.
• Recognize distressed swimmers and provide the necessary assistance.
• Know, understand and enforce all aquatic facility policies, rules and regulations.
• Never leave students unattended.
• Maintain a positive rapport and image with students, members and guests.
• Keep the facilities clean, including pool, pool area, and locker rooms.
• Follow and ensure adherence to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain the Code of Ethics policy, which has been established for the Kroc Center Hawaii.
• Attend staff meetings and other administrative meetings.
• Maintain regular and punctual work attendance.
• Available to work a flexible schedule that includes working on weekends, holidays, and evenings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Received formal swim instruction through accredited curriculum provider or a member of a swim club or varsity.
• Preferences: Swim lesson instruction and water exercise instruction. Familiar with American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim levels and other Red Cross water safety courses and know how to use course materials effectively.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be accepted.
• American Red Cross or Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Training Certification, American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification or equivalent, First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Skills

• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Self-motivated and self-directed.
• Comfortable taking initiative.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Ability to work in a team setting.

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