Swim Instructor- NBPT

JOB TITLE: Swim Instructor

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Parks and Recreation

REPORTS TO: Aquatics Coordinator

SUMMARY: Responsible for the teaching recreational classes to patrons; encourages and promotes participation among students; ensures wellbeing of patrons while participating in class; assist Aquatic Coordinator with coordinating daily lesson plan; performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Teaches recreational "Learn to Swim" classes. 
• Encourages and promotes participation among students.
• Ensures wellbeing of participant while in class.
• Coordinates daily lesson plan for class with supervisor.
• Compiles class records and certification cards.
• Interacts positively and effectively with participants.
• Performs other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Operates phone and copy machine.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of American Red Cross Swim Program or equivalent "Learn to Swim" program.
• Ability to effectively perform and teach all skills, techniques and strokes associated with each swim level.
• Understands and follows and gives oral and written communication effectively.

PREFERENCES: 

• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification or equivalent.
• First Aid and CPR Certifications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of the 9^th grade.
• Minimum age of 16 years.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must pass pre-employment drug screening
• Must pass criminal history check
• Must be willing to workdays and evenings.