Swim Instructor – Seasonal

Objective

The objective of this position is to lead the instruction of various levels within the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program 2-4 days per week (day and/or evening).

Relationships

Reports to: Head Lifeguard/Aquatics Supervisor and/or Aquatics Supervisor; Recreation Programmer
Works with seasonal employees on a regular basis and communicates with other division employees, professional staff, pool patrons, swimmers, parents, and the public.

Essential Duties

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
  • Understands and teach proper swim instruction for levels Parent/Tot through Level 6 of the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim curriculum.
    • Prepares Block and Lesson plans according to American Red Cross curriculum.
    • Evaluates participant progress and determine whether participants have met the established requirements for each swim lesson level.
    • Safely executes lesson plans using the appropriate pool equipment or materials for the level being taught.
    • Scans and surveys the pool for potential safety concerns.
    • In addition, continuously evaluate the safety of your class and act as appropriate.
    • Communicates with parents/guardians about their child’s progress and/or need to switch levels.
    • Provides written documentation to participant’s parent or guardian regarding skills met or not met and/or swim lesson achievement met if applicable.
    • Follows all safety regulations, policies, and procedures; reports all unsafe conditions and acts to supervisor; reports all accidents to the supervisor immediately whenever possible; follows recognized safe work practices.
  • Takes and records daily class attendance.
  • Provides polite customer service to all class participants.
  • Enforces aquatics facility policies, rules, and regulations.
  • Attends mandatory staff and facility trainings.

Minimum Position Requirements/Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older. (15 if an Assistant Instructor)
• Prior experience teaching lessons and Lifeguard and WSI certification preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification required or be willing to obtain.

Competencies

• Knowledge: The fundamentals of swimming skills, including the front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, elementary backstroke, sidestroke, and butterfly.
• Skills: Organizational and time management skills to prioritize duties and accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority. Exceptional communication skills, both verbally and in writing, paired with a strong customer service background, and effective interpersonal skills. Collaboration skills to effectively work with others to achieve common goals through communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
• Abilities: Follow city/department/division policies, work independently, and make sound decisions. Communicate effectively, both in verbal and written form and to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to work mornings and evenings per lesson plan schedule. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Ability to interact with a diverse group of individuals. Ability to compose routine correspondence and routine reports in a clear, concise, logical, and effective manner, utilizing proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and tone.

Supplemental Information

• Equipment, Instruments And Machines: Equipment used includes various teaching tools including, but not limited to pool noodles, kickboards, and other toys.
• Working Conditions And Physical Factors: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have the physical ability to lead and instruct program lessons. Work will take place in an outdoor environment and varying types of weather, including possibility of high heat and humidity, and cold air and chilly water. Working conditions involve occasional exposure to dirt, dust, and moisture. Perform basic instruction to program activities, which may include, but not limited to: Semi-reaching to full-reach overhead, crouching, kneeling, bending, twisting, turning, and lying on stomach and/or back. Must be able to sit or stand and move for long periods of time. See and observe all sections of an assigned area of responsibility, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Disclaimer

• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position, or is responsive to the needs of the City of Janesville.
• The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
• The City of Janesville, Wisconsin is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to apply.