Swim Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

The Role 

As a Swim Instructor, you’ll guide students through every stage of learning, while also helping to develop and grow the program. While teaching, your primary role will be to oversee and maintain a safe learning environment for all Hudson Valley Swim learners.

Schedule & Availability

• Weekdays: A minimum of 1 weekday shift is required - approximately 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
• Weekends: A minimum of 1 weekend shift is required – Saturday or Sunday approximately 9am-1pm
• Hours may expand as classes grow

Responsibilities

• Become an expert on the Hudson Valley Swim songs, curriculum and skill levels using the curriculum binder and iSpring platform
• Plan and implement safe instructional lessons based on the Hudson Valley Swim curriculum and skill levels
• Oversee Trial Lessons to recommend appropriate student placement
• Teach swim lessons to students of all ages and skill levels (starting at 4 months through adults ); this includes but is not limited to swimmers with special needs
• Provide a safe, structured, and encouraging environment for students and families (this includes enforcing safe pool deck practices - no running, no diving, etc.)
• Track student progress through iClass and communicate effectively with parents/guardians on/off the pool deck
• Maintain high instructional standards to support program growth
• Mentor and train future instructors as the program expands
• Light Administrative support (scheduling lessons, rescheduling lessons, student progress documentation, trial lessons, email correspondence)
• Clock in and out of each shift using our online system
• Clock in no more than 15 minutes prior to your scheduled shift and no more than 15 minutes past your scheduled shift unless administrative approval has been given
• Notify a pool manager and HVS Administrator (Owner or Lead Instructor) prior to allowing Hudson Valley Swimmers access to the pool when an anomaly is observed in the pool area
• Notify parents and post signs when classes must be cancelled for any reason
• Notify an administrator (Owner or Lead Instructor) as soon as possible when a class will be missed and will need coverage

Additional Optional Opportunities May Include:

• Administrative support (location scheduling, light sales/booking, etc.)
• Community marketing (attending local events to represent Hudson Valley Swim)

Qualifications

• Clean fingerprinting, background check, and sexual predator registry clearance
• Minimum 3 years of swim instruction experience or a minimum of 10 year history of competitive swim experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to connect with students, parents, and teammates while remaining dependable and professional
• Availability for weekday evenings and at least 1 weekend day shifts
• Ability to complete a training program including instructor shadowing and lesson preparation

Preferred 

• Lifeguard / CPR / First Aid certification
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Experience teaching infants, young children, adults, and special needs swimmers

Hudson Valley Swim’s Mission is to “make a positive impact on the communities we serve by delivering a best-in-class swim lesson program that builds self-confidence, promotes enjoyment, and reduces incidents of drowning.”

Company Description

Hudson Valley Swim’s Mission is to “make a positive impact on the communities we serve by delivering a best-in-class swim lesson program that builds self-confidence, promotes enjoyment, and reduces incidents of drowning.”