Swim Instructor

Swim Instructor Part-Time Hiring for All Pools Non-Certified Swim Instructor - $17.05 - $21.70 per hour WSI Certified Swim Instructor - $17.55 - $21.70 per hour FREE Training for qualified candidates! No experience necessary but a general knowledge of basic swim strokes is a plus. We offer reimbursement of course fees (if WSI Certification is obtained through SSPRD, excluding the $40 certification fee) after completing 3 full sessions of instruction. Non-Certified Swim Instructors will be provided free initial training. Must be able to instruct 2 evening classes a week and/or Saturday mornings. Additional hours are available once qualified and approved to teach private lessons at a starting rate of $17.00 per hour for Non-Certified Swim Instructors and $19.85 per hour for WSI Certified Swim Instructors. The Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching swim lessons that motivate, educate, and encourage students of all ages and varying abilities while developing swim skills. The ideal candidate must maintain knowledge and understanding of all swimming strokes and skills, and of American Red Cross Learn-To-Swim levels. Shifts range from morning to evening hours and weekends. Our Ideal Candidate Will have previous experience teaching swim lessons. Possess American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification. Knowledge and understanding of all swimming strokes and skills, and of American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim levels. Ability to swim to safety with a full-grown adult and remain calm in emergencies. Effective communication with the public and other team members. Can work independently. Can follow and enforce all pool standards and rules. Flexibility to work a variety of shifts. Minimum Qualifications Must be fifteen (15) years of age at the time of application. Possession of current certifications in CPR/AED and First Aid. The job description covers the main duties of this position. As a team member, additional responsibilities may be required to meet ongoing needs of the department. Employee Benefits & Perks at South Suburban FREE use of district fitness centers and swimming pools Discounts on recreation classes and golf (applicable to employees working 14+ hours/week) Paid sick leave Opportunities for training and promotion from within #J-18808-Ljbffr South Suburban Parks and Recreation