RecWell Swim Instructor

Swim Instructors with Butler Recreation & Wellness Aquatics provide high-quality developmentally appropriate swim instruction to participants of varying ages and skill levels. Instructors are responsible for delivering structured lessons focused on water safety skill progression and confidence-building while maintaining a safe welcoming and inclusive learning environment. Swim Instructors serve as positive role models communicate effectively with participants and families and support the overall success of the Aquatics program.

Work Schedule:

Flexible primarily weekday evenings

Position Responsibilities:

• Instruct individual or group swim lessons using SAI Swim School and Stroke School curriculum
• Maintain a safe and supportive learning environment
• Provide clear instruction encouragement and feedback to participants
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians about student progress
• Prepare class materials and maintain daily lesson records
• Always monitor participants safety and respond appropriately in emergency situations
• Collaborate with aquatic staff and leadership team to improve program quality

Required Qualifications:

• Current Starfish Swimming Instructor (SSI) certification or willingness to obtain certification prior to employment through a Butler University-provided course
• Strong swimming ability and comfort in deep and shallow water
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and guardians

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with diverse populations
• Strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills
• Previous experience teaching swim lessons
• Experience working with youth families or diverse ability levels
• Competitive swimming or aquatic instruction background

Expectations:

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

• Comply with University standards and policies.

• Ensure confidentiality of information.

• Commitment to Butler Recreation and Wellnesss Mission and Values

• Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of vary beliefs

• Behaviors orientations identities body sizes abilities and cultural backgrounds

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

• Comply with University and department policies

• Ensure confidentiality of information

• Represent Butler Universitys HRC Aquatics Center in a professional manner