Swim Instructor – Seasonal

City Of Janesville Diversity Statement

The residents of Janesville choose this community, not just as a place to live, but as a place to realize life’s opportunities. We strive to sustain a community culture where differences are recognized, understood, and appreciated. As such, the City of Janesville recognizes the importance of developing an environment where diversity is not merely accepted but embraced and celebrated. As public servants, we believe everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect.

To this end, we will diligently recruit and retain the most talented employees in an environment that fosters maximizing one’s potential. Therefore, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to consider employment with the City of Janesville and serve the residents of “Wisconsin’s Park Place”.

Under the general supervision of the Head Guard/Aquatics Supervisor and guidance from the Recreation Programmer, the Swim Lesson Instructor leads the instruction of various levels within the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program 2-4 days per week (day and/or evening).

Reports to:

Head Lifeguard/Aquatics Supervisor and/or Aquatics Supervisor;
Recreation Programmer.

Works with seasonal employees on a regular basis and communicates with other division employees, professional staff, pool patrons, swimmers, parents, and the public.

Supervises:
None.

Swim lessons are in the mornings and/or evenings during the week outdoors at Rockport Pool. Morning lessons Monday-Thursday and Evening Lessons Tuesday and Thursday. Additional swim lesson hours at Palmer Pool forthcoming.

Without WSI Certification $15.61; WSI Certification $17.69.

• Understands and teaches proper swim instruction for levels Parent/Tot through Level 6 of the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim curriculum.
• Prepares Block and Lesson plans according to American Red Cross curriculum.
• Evaluates participant progress and determines whether participants have met the established requirements for each swim lesson level.
• Safely executes lesson plans using the appropriate pool equipment or materials for the level being taught.
• Scans and surveys the pool for potential safety concerns. Continuously evaluates the safety of your class and acts as appropriate.
• Communicates with parents/guardians about their child’s progress and/or needs to switch levels.
• Provides written documentation to participant’s parent or guardian regarding skills met or not met and/or swim lesson achievement met if applicable.
• Follows all safety regulations, policies, and procedures; reports all unsafe conditions and acts to supervisor; reports all accidents to the supervisor immediately whenever possible; follows recognized safe work practices.
• Performs other special projects and other job duties as assigned or required during regular and non‑business hours.

• Takes and records daily class attendance.
• Provides polite customer service to all class participants.
• Enforces aquatics facility policies, rules, and regulations.
• Attends mandatory staff and facility trainings.

• Must be 16 years of age or older. (15 if an Assistant Instructor)
• Prior experience teaching lessons and lifeguard and WSI certification preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification required or be willing to obtain.

For successful performance in this position, the incumbent must demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors.

• The fundamentals of swimming skills, including the front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, elementary backstroke, sidestroke, and butterfly.

• Organizational and time‑management skills to prioritize duties and accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbally and in writing, paired with a strong customer service background, and effective interpersonal skills.
• Collaboration skills to effectively work with others to achieve common goals through communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving.
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