Student Swim Instructor​/Certification Class Instructor

Location: Shepherdstown

Posting Number Stu
395P Working Title Student Swim Instructor/Certification Class Instructor FLSA Student Pay Level Flex Advertised Pay Rate $19.00 Position Status Regular Student Employment Department Student Emp Wellness Center

Job Summary /Basic Function

As Lifeguard:

Protect the safety and well being of each patron using the SUWC aquatic facility. The lifeguard will provide friendly, professional, and safe assistance to all aquatic users.

Supervise the activities of swimmers by enforcing rules and regulations.

Warn swimmers of improper activities or hazards.

Rescue persons in distress or in danger of drowning and provide rescue breathing, CPR and First Aid.

Notify the Aquatic Coordinator of any accidents, rescues, or other pertinent information.

Successfully and positively perform within work team dynamics.

Attend scheduled in-service training.

Maintain attendance and activity record and complete required reports.

Assist in cleaning and maintaining the pool and related areas and facilities.

As Swim Instructor/Certification Class Instructor:

Responsible for planning, coordinating and teaching group and private swimming lessons.

Responsible for planning, coordinating and teaching certification courses.

Minimum Qualifications

As Lifeguard:

Current accredited professional rescuer CPR and First aid/Lifeguard certification

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

As Swim Instructor/Certification Class Instructor:

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor

Instructor level certification for course material

Prior experience as a swim instructor/course instructor in a similar work setting

Skills in:

Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel,

Strong communication and leadership

In good academic standing

An understanding of facility rules, policies and procedures

Ability to:

Be customer service friendly

Independently resolve problems with customers

Maintain good academic standing

Good decision making skills

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Water Safety Instructor

Certified Pool Operator

Experience in a similar aquatic setting

Posting Date 07/23/2025 Close Date Special Instructions Summary