About This Role
The Swim Instructor acts as a role model for participants and provides instruction, direction, and safety to students in the Swim Academy. This position assists with all Swim Academy functions and is under the direction of the Swim Coordinator.
Responsibilities
- Understand and embrace the structure of the Swim Academy
- Represent the program, facilities and Park District in a positive, respectful manner
- Provide a safe and positive learning environment for the participants
- Follow lesson plans provided by Swim Academy, teaching high quality technique
- Complete attendance records for each class
- Use terminology for skill work as described by the program to reinforce consistency between classes and coaches
- Understand, follow and enforce all Park District rules
- Attend all pre-season and in-service training sessions
- Adhere to the policies, procedures and expectations set forth by the program and Park District including (but not limited to), class start and end times, attendance requirements, and paperwork requirements
- Become familiar with participants and parents; know their names, personalities, skills, and interests
- Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive public image by addressing questions and concerns from staff, patrons, participants, and parents immediately
- Monitor skills of each participant and complete evaluations at the end of the session
- Keep program supplies, equipment, and facility space clean, organized, and safe
- Distribute all flyers, promotional materials, and handouts as assigned
- Follow all Swim Academy appearance guidelines
- Assist with additional events and tasks as needed
- Promote teamwork and safety among coaches and participants
- Attend staff meetings as specified
- Bring all concerns and problems to the Swim Coordinator
- Know all emergency action plans and execute plans properly as needed
Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years of age
- Must be able to tread water and survival float for 30 seconds, swim front crawl and back crawl 25 yards with good form and rhythmic breathing
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Jeff Ellis and Associates Swim Instructor, or able to obtain within one year
- Ability to work within program time frames
- Enthusiasm towards various age and skill ranges
- Ability to verbally communicate and physically demonstrate instructions and skills to students
- Ability to solve problems as they arise and perform tasks without supervision
- Exhibit willingness to accept and apply feedback
