Swim Lesson Instructor

Job Summary

Swim Lesson Instructors are responsible for providing swimming lessons in accordance with the provided curriculum and maintaining constant supervision of any students to ensure their safety in the water. They also develop positive, nurturing relationships with swimmers and families, and work and communicate with other WAFC employees.

Shift Times

• Wednesdays 4:15-6:30pm
• Saturdays 9:15am-12:15pm

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain constant surveillance of class participants around the water.
• Choose fun and appropriate activities to reinforce swimming skills based on curriculum.
• Set up and clean up pool area as needed.
• Keep storage room neat and orderly.
• Inform WAFC staff when maintenance and purchasing of equipment is necessary.
• Inform WAFC staff of custodial needs related to cleanliness of the pool and pool area.
• Follows and enforces the policies and procedures outlined in the Aquatics Manual.
• Has knowledge of the emergency action plan.
• Aids lifeguards during emergencies according to established procedures.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Reports issues to the Aquatic/Fitness Coordinator or the WAFC Manager and assists in documenting issues.
• Assists with pool activities and concession stand when needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Red Cross WSI required within 12 months of hire.
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification required within 120 days of hire.
• Prior swimming experience.
• Knowledge of water safety principles.

Supervision Received and/or Exercised

• No formal supervisory responsibilities.

Overall Supervision and Direction

• Provided by the Aquatic/Fitness Coordinator and WAFC Manager.

Not Eligible for Benefits

Direct Deposit required.