KidSpirit Aquatics Summer

Kid Spirit Aquatics  Summer / School Year Please see Special Instructions for more details.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

In addition to applying to the OSU job website portal please go to Kid Spirit website to join our team and apply to Kid Spirit.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard  et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Note:

All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.

Kid Spirit Aquatics  Summer / School Year

Student Employee

Position Appointment Percent 100

12

Hourly

16th - 15th of the following month

Last working day of the month

$15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro)

$21.50 (Standard); $21.00 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro)

This recruitment will be used to fill multiple part-time (a maximum of 20 hours per week) Student Outreach Assistant positions for the Kid Spirit Program at Oregon State University (OSU). The Division of Extension and Engagement (Division) is core to Oregon State University’s mission. The Division helps create real solutions and positive impact across Oregon and beyond. The Youth Program Instructor (Swimming) is responsible for delivering high‑quality instruction to youth while fostering a safe, supportive, and growth‑oriented environment.

The position requires strong communication, critical thinking, teamwork, and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Responsibilities include lesson planning, safety response, equipment management, program promotion, and effective collaboration with staff, families, and supervisors. Kid Spirit prides itself in challenging student employees to grow as individuals while gaining professional experience.

OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career‑readiness skills in the primary areas below:

Communication, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Career & Self-Development

• Create and maintain an instructional environment that prioritizes skill mastery, emotional safety, and positive youth development.
• Plan, prepare, and implement age‑appropriate lessons and activities that support participant growth and engagement.
• Use observation, critical thinking, and feedback strategies to evaluate participants and support staff performance.
• Maintain accountability for all youth in assigned areas, ensuring consistent supervision and responsive care.

• Monitor participant safety at all times and administer first aid when necessary.
• Initiate emergency action procedures appropriately and calmly.
• Accurately complete incident, accident, and behavioral reports as required.
• Use sound judgment to assess situations, respond appropriately, and communicate effectively with supervisors and families.

• Attend required orientation sessions, program meetings, and in‑service training.
• Review and comply with all program policies, procedures, and activity guidelines.
• Actively pursue opportunities for career growth and skill development through training and feedback.

• Check out, request, and properly use equipment and supplies for activities.
• Maintain and organize the equipment…