North Laurel Swim Instructor - Recreation & Parks

Position Summary/Class Description

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 follow 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 or 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 cancellations.
• 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 and 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.*

• Instructor I:
  Minimum Wage – $20
• Instructor II: $20.50‑$22.00
• Instructor III: $22.50‑$25.00

You must complete an employment application online to be considered. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted.

Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening, background screening, and reference checks.

At the time of application, please submit a copy of any college degree, coursework, licenses, or certifications that you have referenced. Applicants with education obtained outside the U.S. may need to provide proof of equivalence.

Howard County Government is not sponsoring employees for H‑1B visas or extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Howard County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at Hiring Preference.

Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.

Employees in this category may not be eligible for all County benefits.