Swim Instructor

Description

 Overview: Candidate for this position must be at least 16 years of age and possess a current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification. 

Minimum Education/Experience:

· Must be a minimum of 16 years of age

· Hold a current Water Safety Instructor certification through the American Red Cross

General Responsibilities:

· Must understand all four competitive strokes with turns.

· Create and maintain a safe environment for all participants.

· Must be an enthusiastic ambassador of the JCC.

· Must be on time and well prepared for classes.

· Mark class attendance on daily attendance charts.

· Put away all equipment after the program.

· Participate in continuing education programs.

· Demonstrate and explain skills and reasoning for drills.

Understand all the levels of the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program 

Requirements

Performance Expectations:

· Greet students by name in a friendly manner.

· Begin and end class on time.

· Be prepared.

· Attend member service trainings.

· Suggest other programming offered at the JCC.

Minimum Physical Requirements:

· Must be able to lift at least 30 pounds.

· Must be able to assist participants in and out of the pool.

· Must be able to swim a minimum of 300 yards continuously.

· Must be able to demonstrate swimming skills.

HOURS:  Thurs & Thurs - 4pm-7pm