What are the responsibilities and job description for the Swim Instructor - The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center position at The Salvation Army USA Central Territory?
The Salvation Army Mission Statement:
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Starting pay: $12.00
- Sign-On Bonus
- We're pleased to offer a $1,200 sign-on bonus for newly hired Swim Instructors, paid in three installments at 3, 6, and 12 months of continuous employment. To qualify, candidates must be hired on or after December 1, 2025, obtain American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification within 90 days of hire, maintain an average of at least 5 hours per week, and remain in good standing with satisfactory attendance and policy compliance. Rehires who have worked as a Swim Instructor/WSI at the South Bend Kroc Center within the past 12 months are not eligible.
Job Objective:
Under the supervision of the Aquatics Manager, and Aquatic Leads when applicable, Swim Instructors will monitor activities, observe and provide assistance to swimmers, prevent accidents, protect life and enforce regulations as well as control access to the pool/deck. You must be rescue ready for any emergency situation; providing care up to the standard of your certification. Assist with implementation of and teach swimming lessons and other aquatics programs. Provide support for swim lessons, record keeping, lesson cards and lesson plans. This position is also required to assist with general facility maintenance and cleaning duties as assigned. All position requirements are necessary to ensure that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out. Attendance at guard and quarterly instructor in-service trainings is required.
What You Will Do:
- Ensure the safety of each participant while making sure the lessons fit the participant's needs and class description.
- Perform setup, breakdown and maintenance of all lesson equipment
- Instruct swimming lessons of all ages and abilities by developing and following a structured lesson plan.
- Maintain attendance recordkeeping for swim lessons and maintain an organized filing system of records and lesson plans.
- Responsible to ensure customer satisfaction in regards to swim lessons and other aquatic programs
- May work with any aspect of aquatic programs.
- Other tasks as assigned by management.
Minimum Qualifications: The requirements below represent the minimal education, experience, skills, and abilities required for this position.
Education: Minimum age of 16 years
Background Checks: The position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.
Certifications: Must have a valid driver's license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver's qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm and CPR/First Aid training within the first 30 days of employment.
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification required, or within the first year 90 days employment.
Skills/Abilities:
- Able to speak, write, and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele.
- Able to lift or move up to 50 pounds, perform rescues, and remain on your feet for extended periods
Supervisory Responsibility: N/A
The physical requirements described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the duties of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical Requirements Include:
- Good speaking, hearing, and vision ability and excellent manual dexterity
- Lifting, pulling, and pushing materials up to 25 pounds
- May require bending, squatting, and walking.
- May require standing for extended periods.
Travel: N/A
Working Conditions: Work is performed in an Aquatic environment; requires some nights and weekend work.
All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as employees of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
The Salvation Army is an equal-opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people whom the justice system has impacted, and people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.