Swim Instructor
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
Job Title: Swim Instructor
Reports to: Aquatics Manager
Status: Part-time, hourly
Location: South Westchester, New York
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Swim Instructor to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a strong background in aquatic skills. This role involves instructing individuals of various ages and skill levels in swimming techniques, ensuring safety, and fostering a positive learning environment. The Swim Instructor will play a crucial role in promoting water safety and helping students achieve their swimming goals.
Responsibilities
- Attend staff meetings and ongoing training/coaching as requested by Aquatics Director
- As a swim instructor, you will teach students of all ages in accordance with the British Swim School aquatics program.
- Teach swimming techniques, water safety, and personal water safety skills.
- Monitor students during lessons to ensure safety and provide constructive feedback.
- Maintain a positive and encouraging atmosphere to motivate students.
- Lifeguarding and monitoring the pool to ensure safety of students.
- Communicate effectively with students and their parents regarding progress and areas for improvement.
- Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the pool area before, during, and after lessons.
- Attend staff meetings and participate in ongoing training sessions as required.
Requirements
- Previous experience in childcare or working with students is preferred.
- Background in physical education, sports coaching, or related fields is advantageous.
- Teach water-survival and learn-to-swim classes to students of all ages. We start as young as 3 months!
- Ideally, you understand all four swimming strokes and an overall appreciation for the water
- Love working with children and seeing them progress.
- You need to be upbeat and ready to enjoy having fun at work. Having fun is mandatory!
- Weekday availability in the afternoons and evenings, and mornings on the weekend.
- Reliable transportation to any of our locations in South of Westchester area.
- This is a year-round position, and we are looking for longer-term employees. This is not a summer job.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with individuals of all ages.
- Must be able to demonstrate swimming proficiency across various strokes.
- Certification in Lifeguarding/CPR/First Aid is highly desirable.
- Willingness to adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles.
Join us in making a difference by teaching essential swimming skills while promoting safety and confidence in the water!