Swim Instructor and Lifeguard

Description/Essential Functions

• Plans and organizes personal class teaching outlines, methods and goals that support the general teaching outlines provided by the Aquatics Manager and the American Red Cross Swimming Program.
• Organizes and directs activities of assigned students in order to provide a high level of quality instruction for all students.
• Ensures that all class students are registered, with a registration card prior to beginning class, are thoroughly involved, are on a first-name personalized basis in meaningful instruction for the two week duration and are in receipt of appropriate certificates and awards as the session concludes.
• Establishes positive public relations with parents/guardians of class students helping them recognize and understand swimming developments and achievements.
• Resolves simple public complaints in matters related to swimming instruction and refers other complaints to the Aquatics Manager.
• Enforces pool safety standards and facility operational rules for all individuals using the facilities.
• Helps organize and assists in the development of special programs, activities or instruction.
• Completes and submits records and documentation of completed lessons to the Aquatics Manager and the American Red Cross office.
• Works with the Aquatics Manager on an on-going basis to upgrade, improve and refine individual teaching skills related to teaching effective swimming lessons to various age groups and various skill levels.
• Maintains an on-going program of personal physical fitness.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Evaluate situations involving swimmers and pool activities (e.g. proper activities/hazards, persons in distress/danger of drowning, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action and/or reporting incident/s to appropriate personnel for resolutions.

· Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Good decision-maker.

• Able to swim
• Able to bend, squat, lift and stretch as needed for job duties

· Conduct oneself in a professional manner. Perform with a high level of customer service and ensure a positive customer experience.

· Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, including abiding by uniform requirements.

• Ability to receive direction and follow written and oral instructions
• Able to lift at least 40 lbs.
• Able to use electronic devices to connect computers to tvs to view Red Cross Documents.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• No experience required, training provided
• Must be at least 15 years of age
• Ability and willingness to achieve Certification in First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguard Training
• Must be flexible regarding scheduling as it is based on business demands to include some weekend and holiday availability
• Successful completion of criminal background check

Desired Qualifications & Traits

• Good oral communication skills
• Prior First Aid, CPR, AED experience
• Prior lifeguard training and/or experience

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Gym membership
• Health insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Lifeguard or Swim Instructor: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $17