Swim Teacher

Job Description

Position: Swim Teacher

Rate $16.25/hour

Application Deadline: on-going/continuous

Under the close supervision of the Pool Manager, this position is responsible for overall swim instruction. The position will keep accurate attendance records, develop lesson plans and distribute progress reports to all swimmers, as well as evaluate and assess skill level and progress of all swimmers. The Swim Teacher must also be able to motivate, evaluate, and communicate with all age groups. The job may require shifts ranging from morning to evening hours and weekends.

Job Responsibilities:

• Administers swimming lessons by instructing classes as assigned or subbing.
• Responsible for recording attendance and progress of each participant. Distribute swimming report cards and encourage participants to register for next session.
• Inform parents if any difficulties arise and keep them informed of accomplishments of students.
• Prepare for lessons by writing lesson plans in advance and ensure all equipment necessary for the lesson is available; responsible for putting all equipment away after lessons.
• Be prepared, creative and energized when teaching.
• Provide a safe learning environment; keeps students in line of vision at all times/never turn back on class; enforce safety rules, policies, and regulations.
• Must be in water part of class with every level and in at all times with beginning levels.
• Encourage students and parents to practice in between lessons.
• Recognize emergency and dangerous situations by reacting quickly and calmly. Completes Accident/Incident report.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, in-service trainings, orientations, and emergency drills.
• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
• Correct or inform supervisor of any facility hazards; communicate issues/complaints to supervisor as needed.
• Attend work on a regular, reliable and punctual basis; subs for co-workers when available; is responsible for securing substitutes for shifts unable to work.

Experience and Skills

Education and/or Experience:

• Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age.

Licenses, Certifications & Other Requirements:

• CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid certifications preferred.

Job Benefits

As a Part-Time Foothills employee, benefits include:

• FREE use of our recreation/fitness centers, swimming pools, and ice arena
• FREE drop-in fitness classes (includes but is not limited to yoga, Zumba and aerobic classes)
• Golf discounts ($3 - $14 for 9 holes depending on day of week, free driving range and more!)
• Discounts on other recreation programs/classes
• Flexible schedule
• Accrued sick time (1 hour for every 30 hours worked)
• Wellness Program- earn points for additional program discounts/free classes
• Scholarship Program (eight $500 scholarships awarded per year)
• Eligible to participate in 401(k) plan

About us

Creating Community, Enhancing Health, Inspiring Play! We fulfill our mission by providing a variety of recreational services, programs and activities for both youth and adults. We operate three recreation centers, two golf courses, a two-sheet ice arena, swimming pools, and two indoor sports facilities. In addition, we maintain 68 park sites and over 30 miles in trails. Joining our team means you will contribute to the well-being of your community.