Job detail
Swim School Instructor
Sarasota Sharks, Inc.
#Water Safety#First Aid#CPR/AED#Lifeguard Certification#Instructional Experience#Swim Lessons#ASCA#SwimAmerica#Sarasota Sharks
Part TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 5 days agoCloses Aug 3
Location
Sarasota County, Florida
Quick overview
Conduct group and private swim lessons for all ages and abilities following the SwimAmerica curriculum. Maintain a safe learning environment, manage pool equipment, and respond to emergencies as they arise.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 16 years old and obtain ASCA SwimAmerica, CPR/AED, and first-aid certifications. Previous swimming or instructional experience and a passion for teaching children are highly preferred.
professional certificateCommunication SkillsEmergency ResponseCurriculum ImplementationChildcareFirst AidLifeguardingSwim InstructionCPR/AED Certification
Job description
- Sarasota Sharks SwimAmerica™ Swim School Part-time Position Description Swim School Instructor Our Sarasota Sharks SwimAmerica™ Swim School Instructor and Coaches eagerly and enthusiastically conduct group and private swim lessons in a safe and fun teaching environment.
- We teach swimmers of all ages and abilities appropriate skills according to the Sarasota Sharks SwimAmerica™ Swim School curriculum, culture and philosophy.
- This part-time position has a variable schedule and reports to the Sarasota Sharks Site Supervisor.
- ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Conduct group and private swim lessons in a safe, supportive, positive and motivating learning environment.
- Instruct and teach students of all ages and abilities with appropriate skills according to the Sarasota Sharks SwimAmerica™ Swim School curriculum, culture and philosophy.
- Attend instructional swim staff meetings and training as required and directed.
- Maintain regular open communication with the Site Supervisor regarding issues related to the program.
- Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
- Maintains effective, positive relationships with members, participants, and other staff.
- Check the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving and set up and clean-up of lesson equipment and changeover of pool configuration.
- Respond to emergencies, injuries, and illnesses as they arise.
- Other duties assigned by Site Supervisor.
- QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS Must complete and pass the ASCA SwimAmerica™ Online Coaches Course within 30 days of hire (paid for by Sarasota Sharks SwimAmerica™ Swim School).
- Must have current CPR/AED and first-aid certifications, or ability to acquire within 30 days of hire.
- Lifeguard certification is a plus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must maintain a professional appearance and adhere to uniform policy.
- Experience working with children is preferred.
- Must be 16 years of age or older (15 years with lifeguard certification).
- Previous swimming or instructional experience is highly preferred.
- Must have a strong interest and passion for teaching children and be in the water for a 3-4 hour shift.
- Must have transportation and be punctual and reliable.
- Benefits of working for sarasota sharks inc.
- FREE monthly Masters & Open Swim memberships (18 years and older).
- Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, growth, and promotion.
- Pay rate commensurate with experience.
Benefits
- Professional Development
- Growth Opportunities
- Mentoring
- Promotion Opportunities
- Free Monthly Masters & Open Swim Memberships