Cross Training Swim Instructor and Lifeguard Job Louisville area,Kentucky USA,Sports/Fitness/Wellness

Position: Cross Training Opportunity Swim Instructor and Lifeguard

Training and Pay

Training is paid at $12.00 per hour. Once the instructor/Lifeguard successfully completes training, pay will start at $15.00 per hour.

Swim Instructor training: minimum 2-3 days of in-water training (ONE WEEKEND DAY SHIFT)
Lifeguard training:
December 20-21 10:30am-7:30pm BOTH DAYS!

Benefits

Leadership roles
Flexible hours
Great pay
Valuable work experience
Increased social opportunities
Future references/referrals

Requirements

Ability to work with children
Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
Must pass background examinations (included with training)

Job Title

Swim Instructor/ Lifeguard

Reports to

Deck Supervisor

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Summary

Instructs students on water safety and proper swim techniques based on thorough knowledge of the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provides swim instruction based on the Goldfish Swim School curriculum.

Enforces safety rules and regulations to prevent accidents. Makes rescues and administers first aid when necessary.

Evaluates students’ progress, and completes required paperwork in a timely manner.

Interacts with parents/guardians on the activities and development of students’ swim skills.

Acts as a GSS "ambassador" to ensure parental satisfaction.

Uses problem solving and creative thinking skills to identify and resolve challenges that students encounter.

Inspects pool areas before and after each class for possible maintenance, cleanliness, or damage issues. Reports issues to management as appropriate.

Maintains and ensures proper storage of all pool equipment. Places and removes lane lines.

Reports accidents and incidents to management. Completes required documentation and paperwork.

Performs Deck Teacher duties as needed.

Performs light cleaning duties such as window washing, deck mopping, trash removal etc. on occasion.

Attend required/mandatory workshops and in-service training outside of regular working hours.

Fulfills other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Employer.

Education/Experience

High school diploma or GED is preferred. Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor and/or childcare provider required. Two or more years as a swimming instructor required. Swimming experience preferred.

Certificates and Licenses

Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid certification required. Shallow water attendant highly recommended.

Work Environment

While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to heat and humidity. Noise level is usually moderate.

Primary Responsibilities

Keep swimmers safe with lifeguard supervision
Provide any first aid necessary

Job Qualifications and Skills

Ability to work with children
Excellent communication and organizational skills
High energy
Strong work ethic
Must pass background examinations prior to training

Safety Standards

The safety of our swimmers, parents and team members is of the utmost importance. Goldfish Swim School follows all CDC and WHO safety standards along with following any local guidelines. In addition here are some additional safety precautions and procedures we follow:

Every shift has an on-staff cleaner to sanitize high touch areas in our lobby and pool areas
Our pools are disinfected with chlorine to provide the safest swimming environment
- The CDC states that proper operation, maintenance and disinfection of the water with chlorine should remove or inactivate the virus
Our state-of-the-art ventilation system allows fresh air to continuously circulate into our building, further minimizing the spread of any airborne virus
- Industry experts note that indoor pools are far superior at minimizing virus transmission than most indoor spaces

About Goldfish Swim School

Goldfish Swim School has been an industry leader in the swim lesson community since 2006. Our team is growing, and we are looking for team players who are enthusiastic, have a can‑do perspective, and enjoy working with kids. We provide paid on-the-job training, flexible scheduling, a rewarding work environment, and a one‑of‑a‑kind culture that will make you smile, too!

Goldfish Swim School - Louisville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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