North Laurel Swim Instructor - Recreation & Parks

*** Must be at least 16 years old to apply***

Provide group and private swimming lesson instruction to all ages and abilities under the general supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor.

• Work shifts as a Swim Instructor in group and/or private lesson settings and follows the expectations of the position.
• Hold productive and engaging lessons for participants of all ages and abilities following a provided curriculum. Keep accurate and timely records and program plans of all lessons.
• Maintain a clean, safe and orderly facility and program supplies. Inspect lesson area regularly and report any unsafe conditions/equipment immediately.
• Caution swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards; enforce aquatic facility rules and regulations.
• Address medical and behavioral concerns with parents and program supervisor.
• Maintain open professional communication with guests, participants and/or participants parents.

• Notify participants, parents and program coordinator of canceled classes, and arrange for make-ups due to cancelations.

• Participate in all mandatory staff meetings and trainings.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, including abiding to uniform requirements.
• Maintain personal physical endurance and agility necessary to perform job functions.
• Rescue swimmers in distress and respond to incidents around the entire aquatic facility immediately. Provide care to the best of your ability within the level of your training/qualifications.
• Assist in completing incident reports.
• Must work as a lifeguard, if certified, when needed.
• Complete additional duties assigned by supervisors.

• Certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.
• Certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (preferred).
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Pre-employment testing of swimming ability, teaching skills and lesson demonstration.
• Ability to work as an individual and within the framework of a team.

• Instructor I:
  Certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and six months experience.
• Instructor II:
  Certified Water Safety Instructor (WSI) and one (1) year of experience.*
• Instructor III: WSI and three (3) years of experience.*

* Must be able to provide record of lessons taught/lesson plans with ages and abilities of participants.*

Contingent – Paraprofessional

Salary commensurate with experience and employment commitment.

• Instructor I:
  Minimum Wage - $20
• Instructor II: $
• Instructor III: $