Job Description

This role is responsible for providing effective and safe swim instruction tailored to individuals’ needs and abilities that are participating in private or small group lessons.

Primary Duties:

• Lead individual and group learn to swim lessons for members and guests.
• Teach within the standards and guidelines of swim instructor certification.
• Understand individual abilities to deliver lessons in a safe and effective manor to all levels of physical ability.
• Ability to assess individual needs through evaluation of strength and proficiency in the water.
• Maintain required certifications in good standing and complete any required continuing education.
• Ability to be flexible and accommodating to meet Wellness Center hours and member needs.
• Must meet and maintain all safety requirements and certifications necessary to perform job duties.
• Complete knowledge of all Wellness Center safety protocols and confidence communicating via radio/overhead and with EMS as needed.
• Represent Humboldt Park Health in a positive and professional manner.

Position Requirements:

• Minimum Basic Swim Instructor certification required, American Red Cross or equivalent. Water Safety Instructor certification preferred.
• Previous experience teaching swim lessons is preferred.
• CPR/AED certification is required.
• Be dependable, alert, and able to interact with members and guests of all ages in a positive manner.
• Maintain composure and act appropriately in moments when multiple unexpected challenges arise concurrently.
• Possess a passion for fitness, health, athletics, and wellness. Enthusiastic, professional, and genuine demeanor.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.