CITY OF MANCHESTER OFFICE OF RECORDER·Manchester, Tennessee
Instruct group and private swim lessons following established lesson plans and guidelines. Monitor participant attendance and progression while maintaining the tidiness of aquatic areas.
Manchester, TN 37355 Summary Instruct group and/or private swim lessons with positive energy and a passion for teaching while following all lesson plans and guides. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Instruct group and/or private swim lessons as assigned by the Aquatics M ana ger. Input data to monitor and record participant's attendance, progression, and areas of improvement. Interact with participants as well as guardians and guests. Follow swim lesson guidelines and plans to ensure that every instructor is teaching the same curriculum in the same way. Set up and clean up materials used for sessions before or after the sessions to maintain the tidiness of the aquatic areas. Instruct up to ten participants per class. {Classes over five will have another instructor/lifeguard in the water) Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Education and/or experience At least one year of lifeguarding experience preferred At least one year of experience teaching in a group swim lesson environment as a lead instructor preferred GED or equivalent degree. Language Skills Must have excellent communication skills to instruct and direct clearly all participants and guests. Written skills must include the ability to write and read. Reasoning Ability Must be able to work independently and make decisions. Language Skills Must have excellent communication skills to instruct and direct clearly all participants and guests. Written skills must include the ability to write and read. Reasoning Ability Must be able to work independently and make decisions. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Current CPR for Professional Rescuer and AED. Lifeguard Certification through the American Red Cross. Water Safety Instructor through the American Red Cross. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The ability to lift up to 50lbs. Prolonged and extensive standing/walking. Flexibility and ease of movement which includes considerable reaching, bending, kneeling, and crouching. Maintain a healthy physical condition to allow for lifeguarding functions and teaching swim lessons. Must be able to tolerate a pool sanitized by chlorine for extended periods of time. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of what an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Subject to varying situations and locations. May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases. May be exposed to hazardous agents, body fluids, and wastes. May be exposed to extremes in heat and cold. Qualifications
Requires American Red Cross certifications in Lifeguarding, Water Safety Instruction, and CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers. A GED or equivalent is required, with preferred experience in lifeguarding and lead swim instruction.
Market context
Swim instructor jobs in Tennessee are often tied to pools, community centers, and seasonal programs that need reliable staff with strong water-safety skills. This role is competitive because employers may prefer candidates with lifeguard or swim instructor certifications, plus clear communication and a positive attitude. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and be ready to complete the intermediate swim skills evaluation before applying.