Description

It's a great time to join the Sportsclub aquatics team.

FLSA Classification: Nonexempt

Reports to: General Manager

Job Description 

Summary/objective

Coordinates and conducts swim lessons for children and adults in private, semi-private and group settings following Sportsclub’s learn-to-swim program guidelines and swim levels. 

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Responsible for managing all aspects of the swim lesson programs
• Hire, train, schedule and evaluate swim lesson instructors
• Communicate regularly with swim lesson instructor team, including periodic team meetings
• Provide swim lesson participants and guardians with regular communication
• Work with VP of Projects & Program Development on the operations of the swim lesson program, including private, semi-private and group lessons
• Active participation on the swim lesson project team
• Able to demonstrate proper swim techniques
• Maintain constant control of lesson while emphasizing safety
• Keep attendance records
• Schedule lessons per club policy
• Follow all operational procedures for swim lessons 
• Prepare for lesson with needed materials & equipment, clean up after lesson 
• Teach progressive swim lessons and adhere to learn-to-swim program
• Communicate with participants and/or parents regarding progress of participants
• Be knowledgeable of Sportsclub/acac aquatic policies and be able to effectively communicate these to members and guests
• Work collaboratively with Sportsclub/acac Aquatic Directors and Department Heads
• Enforce aquatic and safety policies
• Strive to both meet and exceed swim lesson revenue goals
• Maintain familiarity withSportsclub/acac programs to manage questions and communicate knowledgeably to members and guests
• Visible, active onsite management presence

Requirements

Physical demands

• Must be able to actively participate in swim lessons using repetitive arm and leg motions
• Must be able to swim in both deep and shallow water 
• Must be able to work in an often warm and humid environment with heightened noise
• Must be able to work in both warm water and cool water pools
• Ability to work varied shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Required competencies, education, and experience

• High School diploma preferred
• Prior aquatics teaching or coaching experience preferred
• Successful completion of the Starfish Instructor course within 30 days of employment
• Superior customer service skills; ability to work with both children and adults
• Ability to be creative in finding the best teaching methods to accommodate different populations
• Must be at least 18 years old

Company Expectations

• Read, sign, and abide by the policies included in the Team Member Handbook
• Park in team member designated areas
• Club cleanliness is an all-team responsibility; assist whenever necessary in any area of the club to keep club neat and clean
• Assist with Service Days
• Willingness to assist with Sportsclub programs, special events, or activities outside your department
• When supervisor or team members calls or emails, promptly return contact
• Exhibit a positive attitude at all times
• Deliver outstanding service to members and guests with friendliness, direct eye contact, a pleasant demeanor at all times

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

Sportsclub/acac is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. 

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.