Swim Instructor

Overview

The Club at Prairie Stone is seeking a qualified individual to work as a part-time Swim Instructor. This position will provide safe, engaging, and effective swimming instruction to children and adults of varying ages and skill levels. The Swim Instructor will lead swim lessons, promote water safety, provide excellent customer service, and maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming aquatic environment.

The Swim Instructor will be responsible for preparing and conducting swim lessons according to established Hoffman Estates Park District guidelines and lesson plans. The instructor will evaluate participant skills, provide appropriate instruction and feedback, and communicate effectively with participants and parents/guardians regarding progress and safety.

Compensation Structure:

• $14.50 per 30-minute group swim class
• $17.00 per 30-minute private swim class

Location

The Club at Prairie Stone™
5050 Sedge Blvd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192

Essential Job Duties

Aquatics Instruction

• Plan and conduct safe, organized, and age-appropriate swimming lessons.
• Teach participants proper swimming techniques, water safety skills, and basic aquatic safety.
• Evaluate participant abilities and adjust instruction to meet individual needs and skill levels.
• Provide positive, constructive feedback to participants to encourage skill development and confidence in the water.
• Follow established swim lesson curriculum, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain appropriate supervision of all participants throughout swim lessons.
• Demonstrate swimming skills and techniques when appropriate.
• Communicate participant progress and areas for improvement to parents/guardians when applicable.
• Maintain accurate attendance and lesson records.
• Arrive prepared and on time for all assigned lessons.

Customer Service

• Treat every customer with courtesy, respect, and friendliness.
• Provide participants and families with accurate information regarding swim lessons, aquatic programs, facility policies, and Park District offerings.
• Answer questions and address customer concerns in a professional and appropriate manner.
• Promote a positive and welcoming environment for participants of all ages and abilities.
• Work cooperatively with other instructors, lifeguards, and Park District staff.
• Follow all facility rules and procedures and appropriately communicate those rules to participants.
• Assist with maintaining an organized, clean, and safe aquatic environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Safety and Facility Operations

• Maintain constant visual supervision of assigned participants while teaching.
• Follow all aquatic safety policies and emergency procedures.
• Immediately report unsafe conditions, injuries, incidents, or equipment concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Assist with maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the pool deck and instructional areas.
• Properly use and care for aquatic equipment and supplies.
• Follow all Hoffman Estates Park District safety, health, and loss-control policies.
• Assist with emergency procedures as directed by supervisory or aquatic staff.

Days/Hours of Work

• This is a part-time, non-exempt position.
• Approximately 5-10 hours per week, with schedules based on program needs and instructor availability.
• Swim lessons may be scheduled during weekday afternoons/evenings and weekends. Availability for at least one weekend day may be required.
• The work week shall be designated by the Aquatics Manager as necessary to provide proper instruction and support to program participants.

The Hoffman Estates Park District is a proactive equal-opportunity employer.