Swim Lesson Manager

Job Title: Swim Lesson Manager

Department: Parks & Recreation

Reports To: Program and Aquatics Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes

Classification: Non-Exempt

Driving Status: No

Work Environment: Pool

Provide support, instruction, and oversight to swim lesson programing at Manheim Township Pools. Complete evaluations of swim lesson instructors and have an active presence on deck to discuss student needs with parents. Direct communication with Recreation and Aquatic Manager for program needs and improvements.

• Assist instructors with swim lesson plans as needed
• Assist with in-water swim lessons as needed

• Ability to demonstrate physical fitness to include frequent light to occasional heavy lifting (up to 30 lbs.) standing, and walking for long periods of time, bending, pushing, and pulling.
• Must be able to provide in-water swim instruction.
• Ability to stand, sit and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to reach with hands and arms, push items overhead, occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Ability to talk, hear, and see.

• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency of all applicable swim skills.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with swimmers, parents, and other coaches.
• Knows and understands emergency procedures
• Ability to communicate needs with instructors and Recreation and Aquatic Manager

• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency of swim skills.
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills.

• Ability to communicate in small groups.
• Ability to provide leadership, instruction, and motivation for swim instructors

• Technical knowledge of swimming strokes and skills
• Previous Swim Instructor experience

• Advanced swimming skills

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.