Swim Instructor I & Swim Instructor II
SUMMARY
Under the direct supervision of the Aquatic Manager or their designee, plans, coordinates, and teaches learn to swim and water safety courses for participants with a variety of ages and abilities. A
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- No educational requirements
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- 1 Year of prior swim teaching experience
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION
- CPR Certification– Desired
- AED Certification– Desired
DRIVING
- Valid Driver’s License– Desired
KNOWLEDGE
| REQUIREMENTS | ||
| KNOWLEDGE | ESSENTIAL | IMPORTANT |
| Thorough knowledge and application of swimming and water safety skills | R | |
| Thorough knowledge of breaking down and teaching swimming and water safety skills | R | |
| An understanding of facility characteristics, rules, policies, and procedures | R | |
| Know all four strokes and how to teach in technicalities. How to talk to each person in the lesson. How to talk to parents and give updates | R | |
| Must have a basic of understanding, working with people | R | |
| Knowledge of Parks and Recreation Department rules and policies | R |
REQUIRED ABILITIES
| REQUIREMENTS | ||
| ABILITY | ESSENTIAL | IMPORTANT |
| Act independently | R | |
| Analyze situations | R | |
| Communicate verbally | R | |
| Communicate in writing | R | |
| Concentrate | R | |
| Motivate | R | |
| Attend to details | R | |
| Empathize | R | |
| Identify problems | R | |
| Initiate | R | |
| Manage pressure | R | |
| Multi-task | R | |
| Organize | R | |
| Problem solve | R | |
| Think creatively | R |
REQUIRED SKILLS
| REQUIREMENTS | ||
| SKILL | ESSENTIAL | IMPORTANT |
| Understanding of minimum technical skills to each stroke | R | |
| Communicate ideas, thoughts, knowledge and information to foster clarity and engage others | R | |
| Actively listen to fully understand circumstances | R | |
| Collaborate with others to maximize innovation and effectiveness | R | |
| Consider multiple costs and benefits when problem solving to arrive at most effective decision | R | |
| Focus on details to reduce errors and increase efficiency | R | |
| Manage time effectively to ensure all work is completed timely and effectively | R | |
| Organize work to maximize productivity | R | |
| Plan work projects to ensure efficiency | R |
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- No Supervisory Responsibilities
REPORTS TO
- Aquatic Manager
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
[The fundamental job duties the individual must be able to perform, with or without accommodation; removal of these functions would fundamentally change the job]
- Participate in staff trainings
- Instruct swimming lessons in accordance with facility guidelines and accepted safety methods according to the class level. Adapt your teaching approaches to the age, experience, and ability of each participant so they can meet course objectives
- Learning experience for different types of students, types of disability and ages; Style of teaching with experience. How to talk with parents about improvement and placement of their child within the class; How to teach classes and what to teach on specific days. Having to reteach technical skills for certain strokes, when that shouldn't be happening with the skill level currently in
- Prepare materials and equipment necessary for class. Organize lesson plans based upon skill level
- Recognize and respond effectively in emergencies according to facility emergency action plans
- Enforce all facility policies, rules, and regulations
- Provide for the health and safety of participants, including ensuring that all teaching areas are free of hazards and that materials and equipment are safe and in good working order
- Complete records and reports. Complete and turn in American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor reports
- Regular and routine onsite attendance
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS
[These are job duties the individual must be able to perform, with or without accommodation; removal of these functions would NOT fundamentally change the job]
- All other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
CONSTANT = HOURLY FREQUENT = DAILY OCCASIONAL = WEEKLY RARELY = MONTHLY
| CONSTANTLY | FREQUENTLY | OCCASIONALLY | RARELY | |
| Lifting | R | |||
| Sitting | R | |||
| Standing | R | |||
| Walking | R | |||
| Bending | R | |||
| Kneeling | R | |||
| Crouching | R | |||
| Grasping/ finger manipulation | R | |||
| Visual acuity | R | |||
| Carrying | R | |||
| Reaching | R | |||
| Pushing | R | |||
| Pulling | R | |||
| Ascending/descending stairs | R |
WORK ENVIRONMENT
CONSTANT = HOURLY FREQUENT = DAILY OCCASIONAL = WEEKLY RARELY = MONTHLY
| CONSTANTLY | FREQUENTLY | OCCASIONALLY | RARELY | |
| Indoor environments | R | |||
| Work in hot, cold, wet surroundings | R | |||
| Work with or near chemicals | R | |||
| Exposed to continual, multiple distractions | R | |||
| Ability to position oneself to work under or on top of objects | R |
EQUIPMENT
CONSTANT = HOURLY FREQUENT = DAILY OCCASIONAL = WEEKLY RARELY = MONTHLY
| CONSTANTLY | FREQUENTLY | OCCASIONALLY | RARELY | |
| Phones | R |
SOFTWARE
- No software requirement
Must be American Red Cross certified.