Swim Instructor

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and facilitate a variety of aquatic classes, programs, events and activities for the community.
• Design and implement appropriate classes for the swimming level being taught.
• Communicate regularly with participants and their parents to ensure they are aware of progress.
• Aid in daily operations of the aquatics center.
• Safeguard patrons and staff by ensuring compliance with safety standards, policies, and procedures.
• Provide exceptional service to both internal and external customers.
• Handle customer inquiries and participant registration.
• Ensure facility cleanliness standards are maintained and maintenance issues are reported.
• Other duties as assigned by the Aquatics Coordinator.

Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics

• Demonstrates excellent communication skills with staff and patrons, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
• Ability to work effectively with children.
• Knowledge of industry best practices, instructor standards, teaching methods and procedures.
• Ability to develop detailed curriculum for swim lessons.
• Be familiar with American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim levels and other Red Cross Water Safety courses and how to use course materials effectively.
• Knowledge and application of swimming and water safety skills.
• Knowledge and application of teaching swimming and water safety skills.
• Understand facility operations, rules, policies, and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years or older
• Obtain and maintain current certification as a Red Cross Water Safety Instructor or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Appropriate supervisor/ leadership training certifications. Training provided by PRCS.
• Some experience in an aquatic setting