Swim Lesson Instructor I
Full Time
Fredericksburg, VA 22407
$16.00 - $16.32 an hour
Posted
Job description
General Statement of Job
Under general supervision of Swim Lesson Coordinator /Special Events & Leisure Programmer, this position is responsible for teaching swimming lessons according to class level to program participants. Employee is responsible for the safety of class participants, planning, implementing and delivering effective and qualitative programs for customers of all ages and ability; must successfully demonstrate service, integrity and pride while working with the general public. Reports to the Swim Lesson Coordinator / Special Events & Leisure Programmer. May – Aug. Swim Lesson schedule will vary between Mon – Fri. 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. / 6 – 8 p.m.
Special Duties & Responsibilities
- Support the mission, vision and goals of Spotsylvania County Parks & Recreation Dept.
- Instructs swimming lessons according to guidelines set forth by Spotsylvania Parks & Recreation Department.
- Provides instruction for the time allotted for each class. Assures safety of all participants at all times.
- Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with Parks & Recreation Pool Operating Procedures Manual.
- Prepare class lesson plans for assigned classes.
- Instruct classes for a variety of age groups and swimming level competencies.
- Provide appropriate and professional feedback to students/parents on progress.
- Maintain class area and equipment, cleaning up after class.
- Complete administrative tasks to include attendance, complete certificates and review course evaluations.
- Provide outstanding customer service to all customers and participants
- Be punctual. Responsible for obtaining substitute when unable to report for scheduled shift.
- Maintain required certifications.
- Attend mandatory staff meetings and in-service training.
- Wear proper uniform (County issued) and represent Spotsylvania Parks & Recreation Dept. in a professional manner.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Training & Experience
Must be 16 years or age or older.
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification (WSI) preferred. Experience in teaching swim lessons or coaching swim team preferred. Must complete in-house swim lesson instructor training upon hire.
Certifications in American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer or Community CPR/First Aid/AED required, but will train.
Complete and maintain required trainings to include but not limited to: New Employee Orientation, In-service, Bloodborne Pathogens, and Sexual Harassment upon hire.
Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check and drug screen.
Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance that would prove extensive knowledge and /or training in swimming strokes, techniques in teaching the strokes; demonstrates ability to teach others. Certification in American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor is preferred. Swim Team experience or the ability to demonstrate skill is required. Must be able to perform all skills taught in lessons for levels in which you instruct.
Special Requirements
- Has extensive and thorough knowledge of swimming strokes; able to teach swimming skills to youth and adults.
- Must have knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
- Is able to prepare a variety of reports and records; is able to follow instructions.
- Is able to effectively express ideas orally and in writing.
- Is able to exercise tact, courtesy, and firmness in contact with County officials, administration, and the general public.
- Is able to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.
Physical Requirements
Must be physically able to run, bend, and walk to meet the needs of the position. Tasks require the ability to exert light to medium physical effort and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling. Ability to work outdoors in an aquatics environment. Instructors are required to teach the majority of their lessons from in the water.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. It is understood that the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties if requested by the supervisor.
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