Job Description

Posting number: Prvt. Swim Instructor-12102025

Department: Recreation & Parks

Job classification: Water Safety Instructor- Recreation and Parks

Posting type: Open

Categories: Recreation

Summary

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:

Provide private/semi-private swimming lesson instruction.

DUTIES

• Provide swimming lesson instruction for various skill levels and ages.
• Must be willing to work as a lifeguard, if certified, when needed.
• Maintain all records, (attendance, incident reports, scheduling, lesson plans)
• Communicate schedules, make up lessons, incident reports to Aquatics Coordinator/Pool Manager.
• Must be willing and available to operate as a Certified Pool Operator (CPO), if certified, when needed.
• Address medical and behavioral concerns with parents, organize program supplies, perform logistical duties, and update lesson plans.
• Attend mandatory in-service training(s) or other meetings as required.
• Notify participants, parents and program coordinator of canceled classes, and arrange for make-ups due to cancelations.
• Maintain friendly, positive communication with participants and parents.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the program supervisor.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

Possess the following Red Cross certifications:

• First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer Required.
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) preferred.
• CPO/Aquatics Facility Operator preferred.

Additional qualifications/skills:

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Willing to accept responsibility.
• Display leadership abilities and be able to delegate duties and responsibilities.
• Must teach Red Cross swim lessons.
• Must be trained in the use of AED.

EXPERIENCE: Previous experience working with children.

Instructor I: Three (3) years’ experience with proven track record.

Instructor II: WSI and/or CPO.

Instructor III: WSI and CPO with more than five (5) years of experience with proven track record.

EDUCATION: High School, GED, or attending college.

RATE OF PAY:

Contingent - Paraprofessional – Pay will be commensurate with experience and certifications.

Instructor I: $16.50- 17.50

Instructor II: $17.50- 19.00

Instructor III: $19.00- 20.50