<p><em>Must be at least 16 years old to apply</em></p> <p>BRIEF DESCRIPTION:</p> <p>Provide group and private swimming lesson instruction to all ages and abilities under the general supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor. </p> <p> </p> <p>DUTIES:</p> <ul> <li>Work shifts as a Swim Instructor in group and/or private lesson settings and follows the expectations of the position.  </li><li>Hold productive and engaging lessons for participants of all ages and abilities following a provided curriculum. Keep accurate and timely records and program plans of all lessons. </li><li>Maintain a clean, safe and orderly facility and program supplies. Inspect lesson area regularly and report any unsafe conditions/equipment immediately.  </li><li>Caution swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards; enforce aquatic facility rules and regulations.  </li><li>Address medical and behavioral concerns with parents and program supervisor.  </li><li>Maintain open professional communication with guests, participants and/or participants parents.  </li><li>Notify participants, parents and program coordinator of canceled classes, and arrange for make-ups due to cancelations. </li><li>Participate in all mandatory staff meetings and trainings.  </li><li>Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, including abiding to uniform requirements. </li><li>Maintain personal physical endurance and agility necessary to perform job functions.  </li><li>Rescue swimmers in distress and respond to incidents around the entire aquatic facility immediately. Provide care to the best of your ability within the level of your training/qualifications. </li><li>Assist in completing incident reports.  </li><li>Must work as a lifeguard, if certified, when needed.  </li><li>Complete additional duties assigned by supervisors.  </li></ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: </p> <ul> <li>Certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. </li><li>Certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (preferred). </li><li>Must be at least 16 years of age. </li><li>Pre-employment testing of swimming ability, teaching skills and lesson demonstration. </li><li>Ability to work as an individual and within the framework of a team.  </li></ul> <p>EXPERIENCE: </p> <ul> <li>Instructor I:  Certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and six months experience. </li><li>Instructor II:  Certified Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and one (1) year of experience.* </li><li>Instructor III:  WSI and three (3) years of experience.* </li><li>Must be able to provide record of lessons taught/lesson plans with ages and abilities of participants.  </li></ul> <p>RATE OF PAY:</p> <p>Contingent - Paraprofessional</p> <p>Salary commensurate with experience and employment commitment.</p> <ul> <li>Instructor I: Minimum Wage - $20 </li><li>Instructor II: $20.50-22.00 </li><li>Instructor III: $22.50-25.00 </li></ul>