What are the responsibilities and job description for the Swim Instructor position at Marjorie & Lewis Katz JCC?
The JCC is seeking Swim Instructors to plan and teach water safety and proper swimming techniques to a diverse range of participants in all age groups.
Responsibilities:
- Be familiar with American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim levels, other Red Cross water safety courses and know how to use course materials effectively
- Adapt your teaching approaches to the age, experience and ability of participants, so they can meet course objectives
- Provide for the health and safety of participants, including ensuring that all teaching and practice areas are free of hazards, and that materials and equipment are safe
- Communicate regularly with participants and their parents, as appropriate, to ensure they are aware of progress
- Recognize and respond effectively in emergencies in accordance with facility emergency action plans
- Enforce all aquatic facility policies, rules and regulations
- Complete records and reports
- Participate in regular in-service training sessions
- Complete additional duties as assigned by supervisor
- Prepare and deliver technical guidance, age-appropriate and skill-focused group and private swim lessons based upon participant abilities.
- Arrive in a timely manner, prepared to all sessions.
- Work collaboratively with participants and aquatics staff to ensure a positive and friendly environment with encouragement, goal-setting, and positive reinforcement.
- Provide excellent customer service and interact with parents when appropriate. Receive and respond to questions, concerns, and complaints from patrons; determine issues and resolve or refer to higher-level staff as appropriate.
Position Requirement
Qualifications:
- Experience with competitive swimming and/or teaching swim lessons.
- Certification in Lifeguarding/CPR/AED/First Aid through the American Red Cross preferred.
- Knowledge of stroke mechanics and swimming skills.
- Ability to teach swimming to a wide variety of age groups and skill levels.
- Must be able to take initiative to solve problems and willing to seek assistance in solving problems.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with children and adults of all ages.
- Ability to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods.
- Strong attention to detail and reliability.
- Available to work afternoons, nights & weekends/flexible schedule.
We are a non-profit, and there are lots of room for growth and learning opportunities.
Here at the JCC we are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all employees feel welcomed and valued.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Discounted childcare at our JCC campus in Margate NJ! Free Fitness Center membership
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid sick and vacation time
EEOC & Accommodations Statement
The Katz JCC is dedicated to Equal Employment Opportunity. We provide equal opportunities based on merit and ability, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship and veteran's status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, or any other prohibited factor. Persons with mental or physical opportunities are eligible for employment, provided they can perform essential job functions after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If accommodation poses undue hardship, eligibility may be reconsidered.
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20