Swim Lesson Coordinator

Under general supervision, position is responsible for overseeing the Loriella Pool Learn to Swim Program, offering quality swimming lessons to all participants, aged 6 months through adult.

Employee is responsible for the safety of class participants, planning, implementing, and delivering effective and qualitative programs for customers of all ages and abilities.

Must successfully demonstrate service, integrity, and pride while working with the general public.

Hours will vary Mon – Fri. 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. / 6 – 8 p.m. May – August.

• Supports the mission, vision, and goals of the Spotsylvania County Parks & Recreation Department.
• Hires, trains, and supervises swimming lesson instructors.
• Oversees the swimming lesson program. Ensures lessons are starting on time, and that appropriate methods are used to teach the skills for each particular swimming level.
• Works closely with the Pool Manager on duty.
• Assigns instructors each session to the level of lessons they will be teaching following the minimums and maximums by class level.
• Prepares swim lesson schedule for printing.
• Works with supervisor to adjust, cancel, or add swim classes accordingly before the start of each session.
• Works with supervisor to determine weather-related cancellations or postponements.
• Calls participants that do not show up to first class.
• Distributes instructor materials (attendance rosters, program info, evaluations) the first days of each session.
• Instructs swim lessons as needed.
• Distributes course evaluations from the 2nd to last class.
• Communicates with parents/participants responding to questions and concerns.
• Ensures equipment used is safe, age-appropriate, and in working order. Reports needs for equipment to supervisor.
• Instructs swimming lessons according to guidelines set forth by Spotsylvania Parks & Recreation Department.
• Prepares class lesson plans for assigned classes.
• Provides appropriate and professional feedback to instructors and participants on performance.
• Completes administrative tasks in a timely manner.
• Meets timesheet, schedule, and registration deadlines.
• Provides outstanding customer service to all customers and participants.
• Maintains current required certifications.
• Conducts and attends mandatory staff meetings and in-service training.
• Wears proper uniform (County issued) and represents Spotsylvania Parks & Recreation Dept. in a professional manner.
• Ensure the safety of instructors and participants at all times.
• Enforces pool policies, regulations, laws, and ordinances governing the conduct of persons using the aquatics facility in accordance with the Pool Operating Procedures Manual.
• Ensures instructor-to-participant ratios are met at all times.
• Ensures that the aquatic environment is free of obstructions and safe for participant use.
• Ensures the facility is secure, monitors and checks all doors and gates are locked before leaving the swimming pool area.
• Fulfills the function of a Lifeguard as needed.
• Fulfills the function of a Swim Lesson Instructor as needed.
• Performs other related duties as required.

High School Diploma and experience providing the required swimming skills and knowledge to perform swim lesson coordination.

Must be 18 years of age or older.

American Red Cross (ARC) Water Safety Instructor Certification (WSI) preferred or comparable experience in teaching swim lessons or coaching swim teams is required.

Certifications in American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer or Community CPR/First Aid/AED preferred.

Must complete in-house swim lesson instructor training upon hire.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification is preferred, but not required.

Must successfully complete mandatory Parks & Recreation Training Program before specific job duties are assigned.

Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check and drug screen.

• Knowledge of swimming techniques.
• Ability to effectively express ideas orally and in writing.
• Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, and firmness in contact with County officials, administration, and the general public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.
• Ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable…