Instructor - Red Cross

The Instructor-Red Cross will provide instruction in various classes in the Red Cross Curriculum, such as CPR, First Aid and Lifeguarding. The candidate will be instrumental in providing high-level training experience for both internal employees and paying participants. 

Reports to:   Program Director-Aquatics   

CORE EXPECTATIONS:  

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT 

• Always supervise your class 

• Conduct classes in a Consistent, Fair and Firm manner. 

• Instructors will have full control and vision of their class at all times.   

• Prepare course materials and equipment before each course, making sure to have an appropriate supply of all instructional materials, make copies if necessary.   

• Motivate Students to learn and participate.  

• Maintain a professional attitude and a positive learning environment for the students including maintaining good class control. 

• Evaluate students’ physical and written performance and provide constructive feedback when necessary.  

• Work with, and accommodate, students with physical and mental disabilities and/or students with language/reading barriers.  

1. Arrange for students who are not passing to make up skills or exams in a timely manner, within Red Cross recommendations. 

• Turn in course attendance and student feedback, properly filled, out to HR for all CPR and First Aid classes after each class. 

• Conduct course in accordance with all Red Cross and SS YMCA guidelines, policies, procedures and/or curricula.  

 STAFF ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT 

• Respond to situations, incidents, accidents and emergencies appropriately, calmly and professionally. 

• Protect the organization and patrons from harm or suit. 

• Work with fellow staff members and treat them with respect. 

• Attend all staff meetings and complete skill trainings. 

• Process certifications within 10 business days of the class completion, with the online SABA system. 

• Successfully complete on-going Instructor Training programs and updates within Red Cross timelines. 

• Keep certification current with the American Red Cross. 

MEMBERSHIP ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT 

• Greet every member and/or participant with a smile and a friendly “Hello”. 

• Arrive prepared for your class fifteen minutes before it starts. Take initiative to perform the job to the best of your ability.  

FACILITY MANAGEMENT  

• Record and report any faulty equipment and/or lapse in maintenance to the supervisor on duty or Aquatic Directors.  

• Be able to work through the various mediums of classroom instruction including but not limited to providing lectures, using power point materials, videos, classroom activities and such. 

• Have a thorough understanding of how to use various pieces of technology including but not limited to a computer and projector. 

• Return equipment after each class to the appropriate storage areas and communicate with supervisors for any inadequacies and provide feedback for improvement.  

• Clean and disinfect mannequins based on usage and ARC policies.  

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