Aquatic Center- Youth Instructor

Base Pay and Position Details Base Pay $19.95 / Hour Job Category Aquatic Center Employee Type Seasonal Contact information Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io Email View email address on click.appcast.io

SUMMARY

The Youth Instructor shall handle the daily operations for youth programs at the Aquatic Center. The primary area of responsibility is to teach boating safety to children ages 7-17.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Ability to be proficient in sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking and boating safety through on-site training. Perform rescues as needed. Responsible for up to 15 or more children per week during assigned summer camp sessions as needed. Supervise/instruct youth groups, birthday parties, team builds as needed. Check-in and check-out of campers is required on a daily basis. Typically Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm. Facility and equipment cleaning is required on a daily basis. Available to work overtime during peak seasons as needed. Must be available for certain shifts or special events. Other duties may be assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Must enjoy children and be able to be an educator as well as a role model Ability to communicate effectively Good analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to follow oral and written instructions Ability to speak publicly in front of children and youth Must have thorough knowledge of the Aquatic Center programs and class offerings and outreach as a whole Ability to appropriately use all power boats

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

C.P.R., First Aid, Lifeguard Certificate (must be current) Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds Ability to drive a power boat and pass the DBAW Safety Certification/CA Boater Card Ability to play and facilitate games in a fun environment Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and be prepared for both heat and cold Must have prior experience in sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and canoeing, rowing or have completed the required courses

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Previous Aquatic/boating knowledge Class B Driver’s License with passenger endorsement Previous experience working with children #J-18808-Ljbffr Kids for the Future