The Sports Facilities Companies
Location
Shafter, California
The Swim Instructor is responsible for designing and implementing training programs for group and private swim lessons. They focus on developing athlete skills, providing feedback, and ensuring a safe aquatic environment.
Candidates should have 2-3 years of swim instruction experience and be at least 18 years old. Required certifications include American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard, and First Aid/CPR/AED.
The Swim Instructor is responsible for conducting swim lessons for both group and one-on-one private swim lessons. Lessons are conducted in the morning hours and may also be offered in the evening. The Swim Instructor is responsible for instructing and developing athletes. This role involves designing and implementing training programs, providing instruction and feedback, and fostering a positive and competitive environment for athletes. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: Teaching relevant skills, tactics, and techniques to a wide range of athletes, individuals, and groups Instruct and coach children while they engage in group and individual sports activities Prepare and lead a variety of activities that are age-appropriate Monitoring, evaluating, and enhancing participant performance and needs Providing suitable feedback via positivity, encouragement, example, and motivation Demonstrating an activity clearly by breaking down the task or technique into a sequence Friendly and courteous with participants and team members Identifying athlete strengths and areas for development Ensuring a safe environment for all participants to avoid accidents or injuries Prepare and sign all certificates and course record sheets Implementing the lesson plans in an accurate, creative, positive, and efficient fashion Ensure proper use and care of pool equipment and teaching aids Report any maintenance or safety issues to management All additional duties assigned by management THE IDEAL CANDIDATE HAS: American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) American Red Cross Lifeguard and First Aid, CRP/AED Certified Experience and success in customer service, leadership, and team building Action-oriented personality with a 'get it done' attitude and proficiency for efficiency
2-3 years' experience of swim lessons instruction is preferred Strong swimming ability and knowledge of different swimming techniques Must have excellent interpersonal, problem solving and communication skills Must be a team player Must have excellent leadership and motivational skills Must be detail-oriented and have outstanding organizational skills Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, predominately after-school and weekends Ability to maintain focus in a high-volume, fast paced environment Must be at least 18 years of age WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to lift 50 pounds waist high May be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time whether indoors or outdoors, and squat, stoop, or bend While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work in direct sunlight and be exposed to outside weather conditions May be exposed to hot, wet, and humid conditions Facility has intermittent noise
Market context
In California, aquatic instruction roles often draw candidates with hands-on pool safety and teaching experience, especially during seasonal program demand. This position is competitive because it requires 2-3 years of swim instruction experience, age 18 or older, and current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard, and First Aid/CPR/AED certifications. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform, then confirm your certifications and match your instruction background before applying to save research time.
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