Swim Instructor (Neuroinclusive)

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement

Benefits/Perks

• Fun team atmosphere
• Competitive pay
• Flexible hours
• Valuable work experience
• Increased social opportunities

Job Summary
We are seeking a friendly and encouraging Swim Instructor to join our team! As a Neuroinclusive Swim Instructor, you will teach neurotypical and neurodivergent students about water safety and swimming techniques using our approved curriculum. The ideal candidate is a strong swimmer who enjoys working with children and has a positive attitude!

Responsibilities

• Provide swim instruction based on approved curriculum.
• Enforce all safety guidelines and regulations
• Rescue swimmers needing assistance and administer First Aid and CPR when necessary.
• Visibly inspect pool and swimming areas for cleanliness and possible maintenance issues.
• Maintain and ensure proper storage of all pool equipment. Place and remove lane lines.
• Report accidents and incidents to management. Complete required documentation and paperwork.
• Complete all paperwork as it pertains to student records and progress reports.
• Perform ad hoc duties as needed (e.g. office/clerical work, marketing & event participation, etc).
• Display excellent customer service and communicate to everyone who comes to the facility.
• Smile and have fun during the entire shift. Assure that the last student gets the same enthusiasm as the first student.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Must have a passion for the water and working with children.
• Experience as a certified lifeguard, swimming instructor, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor, or childcare provider is preferred.
• Ability to work in a positive way with a wide range of students with special needs and varying ages.
• Swimming experience preferred.
• First aid/CPR certified
• Positive attitude and friendly demeanor
• Willingness to receive training
• Strong swimming abilities preferred

Physical, Chemical and Vision Requirements

• Must have ability perform the duties of a rigorous work schedule which includes lifting, loading, and unloading, and ability maneuver up to 50 lbs.
• Dependable motor vehicle transportation a must.
• Ability to work in and around swimming pools with exposure to chlorinated and chemically treated water.
• Potential Toxic or caustic chemicals
• Exposure to motor noises and work near moving mechanical parts
• Visually recognize an emergency
• Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) and Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)