Youth Programs & Aquatics Instructor

About the role

Alpine Hills Tennis & Swimming Club in Portola Valley, CA is seeking a warm, energetic, and dependable Youth Programs & Aquatics Instructor for a part-time, onsite position. This role combines after-school youth programming with swim instruction, ideal for someone who enjoys working with children and creating a safe, positive environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during after-school hours and ensure their safety and well‑being.
• Lead age‑appropriate activities including arts and crafts, outdoor activities, games, and educational activities.
• Assist with homework and provide academic support when appropriate.
• Manage group behavior using positive behavior management techniques.
• Create a welcoming and engaging environment for all children.
• Respond to emergencies and provide first aid, CPR, and AED support when necessary.
• Teach private swim lessons to children and adults of various ages and skill levels.
• Plan lessons, demonstrate skills, provide feedback, and track student progress.
• Maintain a safe and positive teaching environment.
• Communicate student progress to swimmers and parents as appropriate.
• Demonstrate proficiency in all strokes and skills taught at Alpine Hills.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in childcare, education, coaching, camp, or youth programs.
• Swim instruction or coaching experience preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
• Ability to safely supervise and engage children in indoor and outdoor settings.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification required or ability to obtain.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Swim Instructor Performance Test: Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in freestyle, breaststroke, backstroke, butterfly, sidestroke, elementary backstroke, treading water, and other skills taught at Alpine Hills.