Water Safety Instructor

Terms of Employment

Flexible schedule between the hours of 9am and 2pm based on your availability.

$18 per hour, dependent upon experience. Training is available through the American Red Cross.

The primary responsibility of the water safety instructor is to teach water safety skills in a logical progression for aquatic skill development. The instructor must also provide adequate supervision of the teaching area to ensure safety of all students.

• Knowledge of facility procedures, rules, regulations, swimming and water rescue, water safety and rescue equipment usage preferred.
• Water Safety Instructor certification is required. Must maintain current certifications during the course of employment and the ability to perform the skills required to pass the certifications.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard and CPR preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with students, staff, and the general public, thus good oral and interpersonal communication skills are required.
• Ability to work with individuals of all ages.
• Requires an understanding of cognitive learning and motor development principles with the ability to provide information in a meaningful instructional manner.