Swim Instructor

Position Type:
Community Ed

Date Posted:
5/27/2026

Location:
Delano High School

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
Until Filled
Swim Instructor: Delano Community Education

Under the direction of the Director of Community Education, Swim Instructors deliver high-quality, safe, and engaging swimming lessons to community members of various ages and skill levels. Instructors are responsible for implementing the Tiger Swim Program curriculum, fostering a positive learning environment, and encouraging water safety and skill progression.


Areas of Responsibility

1. Instructional Delivery & Lesson Planning

• Teach swim lessons according to the standards and levels of the Delano Tiger Swim Program curriculum.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet the diverse learning styles, ages, and abilities of participants.
• Ensure all classes begin and end on time, Maximizing instructional time in the water.

2. Student Safety & Supervision

• Maintain constant visual supervision of all students in the class at all times.
• Enforce pool safety rules strictly and work collaboratively with lifeguards on duty to ensure a safe environment.
• Assist students safely in and out of the water.

3. Progress Tracking & Communication

• Assess students' skills accurately throughout the session and complete progress reports for each student.
• Provide constructive, positive feedback to students and clearly communicate progress to parents/guardians after lessons.
• Maintain accurate daily attendance records for assigned classes.

4. Setup & Professionalism

• Assist with the setup and teardown of instructional equipment (kickboards, noodles, platforms, toys) before and after shifts.
• Attend mandatory staff meetings and in-service training sessions.
• Present a professional appearance by wearing the designated instructor uniform.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Delano Tiger Swim Program Certification (Must be completed prior to official start date; training provided via the Work Agreement pathway if requested).
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

Experience & Skills

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Strong knowledge of swimming strokes, water safety principles, and teaching techniques.
• Exceptional patience, enthusiasm, and communication skills especially when working with young children.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently while following a structured curriculum.

Physical & Environmental Demands

• Physical Demands: Ability to remain in the water for extended periods (2 4 hours); ability to demonstrate swimming strokes; lifting or supporting children in the water; clear vocal projection in a loud acoustic environment.
• Environmental Conditions: Indoor pool environment with high humidity, warm water temperatures, and standard exposure to pool chemicals.

Position reports to: Director of Community Education

Application Deadline: Open and ongoing

Salary Information: $16.22/hour with the ability to advance and/or work in other community education programs.

Application Process: Apply online to job posting at:

Questions:
Abbey Lang
Director of Community Education
Delano Public Schools #879
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