Swim Instructor​/Coach; Seasonal

Overview

SWIM INSTRUCTOR / COACH - Parks and Recreation

Under general supervision, teach and/or coach individuals and/or groups of various sizes in summer aquatic programs at multiple locations. Perform other related work as required.

• Effectively teach/coach groups and/or individuals in summer aquatic programs.
• Communicate courteously and effectively with other city employees, officials, and patrons and students.
• Keep accurate class attendance rolls.
• Coordinate a wide variety of classes on an ongoing basis, with frequent additions and deletions.
• Coordinate effectively with appropriate aquatic supervisors and others as needed.
• Work well with the public.
• Practice continuous public relations in dealing with pool patrons.
• Attend trainings and/or weekly staff meetings as required.
• Work various hours/days as assigned.

• Work in extreme heat, with appropriate safety precautions.
• Carry, push, pull, drag, and/or hold objects up to 20 pounds.

• Must have completed at least two (2) years of high school or greater.
• CPR & First Aid for Lay Responders or CPR for Professional Rescuers preferred.

• Must have ability to swim 4 of 5 strokes:
  Freestyle, Backstroke, Elementary Backstroke, Breast Stroke and/or Butterfly. Competitive swimming experience preferred.
• Must have the ability to teach and communicate effectively using whatever skills necessary, physical or otherwise.
• Must have the ability to keep class attendance rolls, track student progress and to coordinate with supervisors and others as needed.
• Must be able to work well with public.
• Must be able to demonstrate required ability.

Number of available positions: 30