Swim Instructor

About the role

The Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching age-appropriate swimming skills and water safety techniques in a safe, structured, and encouraging environment. This role focuses on developing stroke competency, water confidence, and safety awareness while fostering positive relationships with students and families.

Responsibilities

• Instruction & Student Development
• Plan and deliver structured, level-specific swim instruction in accordance with established curriculum standards.
• Teach stroke mechanics, breathing techniques, water safety skills, and confidence-building exercises.
• Maintain active supervision of all students throughout each lesson.
• Provide constructive feedback and encouragement to promote skill development.
• Complete and distribute progress evaluations or report cards for each participant.
• Safety & Compliance
• Ensure a safe aquatic environment by following all facility rules and safety procedures.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to emergency situations in accordance with CPR/AED and First Aid training.
• Maintain awareness of rescue procedures and emergency action plans.
• Report incidents or safety concerns promptly to management.
• Communication & Professionalism
• Maintain open, professional communication with parents regarding student progress and skill development.
• Demonstrate punctuality and preparedness for all assigned classes.
• Attend required in-service training sessions and staff meetings.
• Model a Christ-honoring attitude and servant leadership in all interactions.

Qualifications

• Christian Faith & Character
• Profess and demonstrate a personal commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
• Exhibit a consistent Christian testimony and adherence to biblical principles in personal and professional life.
• Demonstrate spiritual maturity, humility, and a strong commitment to excellence and servant leadership.
• Certifications & Requirements
• Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, or ability to obtain certification, required.
• Current First Aid certification, or ability to obtain certification, required.
• Lifeguard Certification preferred (may be required based on facility staffing model).
• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of all swimming strokes.
• Competitive swimming background preferred.
• Experience working with children strongly preferred.