Swim Lesson Instructor (Recreation Instructor II)
Swim Lesson Instructor (Recreation Instructor II)
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Job Description
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Application Deadline:
June 2 2025Compensation Details:
Full Pay Range16.25 - 22.75Generally the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the is a part-time hourly position.Scheduled Weekly Hours:
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Job Description Summary:
SWIMMINGTeach various levels of swimming evaluates and communicate swimmers progress with the parents. Applicants must be at least16 years of age possessstrong communication skills and be in good physical condition.
Available shifts are variable and flexible; weekday daytime availability is preferred but not Instructorsmay work at any of the following locations: East Boulder Community Center North Boulder Recreation Center South Boulder Recreation Center Scott Carpenter Pool Spruce Pool.
Job Description:
SWIM
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Swim)
Instructs children youth and/or adults in learn-to-swim skills and techniques.
Tests and evaluates class participants.
Enforces rules regulations and policies; maintains safety order and discipline of participants and/or players and/or customers.
Performs customer relations role which may include interacting with parents participants business or program partners and/or city staff to provide information and solve problems.
Works as part of a team attending training orientation and/or staff meeting as needed
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (Swim)
Interest desire and ability to provide excellent customer service.
Minimum Age: 16 years old.
Tactful and effective communication skills.
Clean and neat appearance.
Have the swim abilities of the standard for the American Red Cross learn to swim program.
Ability to organize information and follow established procedures.
Ability to work well with children youth and adults.
Available and willing to work scheduled hours.
Current water instructor certification and ongoing ability to pass all certification components.
Effective interpersonal skills including conflict resolution skills.
Interest desire and ability to provide excellent customer service.
Have and maintain acceptable background information including criminal conviction history.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS (Swim)
One to two (1-2) years swim instruction experience
American Red Cross CPR or equivalent certification
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification or equivalent swim instruction certification.
Six (6) months of relevant experience working with children or teens
SUPERVISION
Supervision Received: Water Safety Program Lead Aquatics Supervisor
Supervision Exercised: None
WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Physical and Mental EffortAbility to perform a wide range of strenuous physical fitness skills.Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities that permits the employee to communicate effectively in person.Ability to work under stress from public contact and changing priorities and conditions.
Work Environment- Works primarily in the pool environment will be in the water for up to a few hours at a time.Works in a setting subject to continuous interruptions and background noises.
Machines and Equipment Used- Works using swim equipment such as kickboards and pool noodles.
Additional Job Description:
Last updated: August 16 2024
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Employment Type
Part-Time
