HealthFitness·Batavia, Ohio
The instructor will run on-site lifeguard certification courses, planning and organizing teaching outlines based on American Red Cross programs while ensuring a high quality of instruction and participant safety. Key duties include supervising skill practice, providing timely feedback, evaluating performance against skill charts, and maintaining a non-threatening learning environment.
HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is a proven leader in providing fitness solutions that engage and connect people both on-site and online, to create a strong community of health.
Our work focuses on creating meaningful connections with each of our participants to help them move forward.
We foster each individual’s journey by creating communities of health within the organizations we serve – so that everyone is supported.
As an employee of HealthFitness you will enjoy a variety of health and financial benefits and receive competitive pay.
We provide personal and professional support, training and development and flexible employment opportunities.
HealthFitness is looking for an as-needed/fill-in Lifeguard Instructor to join the team at Mercy HealthPlex - West Clermont, managed by HealthFitness located in Batavia, OH! We are looking for availability on Fridays evenings, Saturday and Sunday mornings.
Run lifeguard certification courses on-site to certify candidates who will be hired to work on-site as Lifeguards.
Key Accountabilities
Communicates promptly regarding teaching availability, class assignments, and class planning preparations.
Plans and organizes personal class teaching outlines, methods and goals that support the general teaching outlines provided by the American Red Cross Lifeguard and CPR programs.
Organizes and directs activities of assigned participants to provide a high level of quality instruction for all students.
Supervising participants while they are practicing course skills and providing timely, positive, and corrective feedback as they learn.
Evaluating participants as they perform skills, focusing on critical performance steps as described in the American Red Cross skill charts.
Teaching course as designed -- following all course outlines, policies and procedures as noted in the instructor course documents.
Creating a non-threatening environment that is conducive to achieving the learning objectives.
Providing for the health and safety of participants by always ensuring:
Manikins have been properly cleaned
Course equipment is clean and in good working order
Participants are aware of health precautions and guidelines concerning the transmission of infectious diseases
All participants have the physical ability to perform the skills and know they can consult you if they have concerns about their physical ability to do so
The classroom, aquatic facility, and all practice areas are free of hazards
Works with Training & Operations Assistant on an on-going basis to upgrade, improve and refine individual teaching skills related to teaching effective American Red Cross courses.
Communicating with the management team about any issues relating to the facilities, staff, or patrons.
Works with Training & Operations Assistant on an on-going basis to upgrade, improve and refine individual teaching skills related to teaching effective American Red Cross courses.
Communicating with the management team about any issues relating to the facilities, staff, or patrons.
Minimum Requirements
Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification.
Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification.
Ability to react to emergency situations by quick movements, strenuous activity, and on occasion assist or lift persons in distress of varying weights.
Able to interact with people of all ages in a positive manner.
Be dependable, alert, and adaptable.
Demonstrates top notch instruction and possess excellent motivational skills.
$19.00/hr - $21.00/hr. Pay is dependent on experience and qualifications.
Brand: HealthFitness
HealthFitness is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our people and our business. We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Minimum requirements include current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor and Lifeguard Certifications, along with the physical ability to react quickly in emergencies and lift persons in distress. Candidates should be dependable, adaptable, and possess excellent motivational skills for instructing participants of all ages.
Market context
Ohio classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand, especially for candidates who can manage a classroom and plan instruction aligned to state and center expectations. These positions are competitive because schools and centers often look for both teaching experience and the ability to stay active with children throughout the day. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform, then confirm your age, classroom leadership experience, and lesson-planning background before applying.