Swim Instructor - Waconia Community Center - Rink Management Services

Swim Instructor 

(Part-time flexible schedule) 

We will certify and reimburse for this position.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Come prepared to instruct in a safe conscious manner following the program philosophy.
• Be in the water with each group class/private lesson at all levels.  Provide instruction in requested/required stroke or skills for the lesson.
• Conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times while at work, whether in the pool or in the lifeguard office. Be a positive representative for Safari Island.
• Wear an approved swimsuit to all lessons and wear the approved  instructor shirt.  An approved swimsuit is a one piece suit that is in respectable condition.
• Track the students’ goals and progression through the use of ARC skills sheets for group lessons.
• Assess the needs of the patrons and communicate concerns to the Aquatics Director
• Observe and enforce all rules and regulations of Safari Island
• Help to maintain the organization of the Learn To Swim toys (LTS) and the Learn To Swim (LTS) area.
• For group lessons complete the attendance records, and skill sheets by the last day of class
• Prevent accidents and minimize or eliminate hazardous situation.  Respond quickly to emergency situations/administer First Aid if necessary.
• Carry out additional duties assigned by the Shift Leader or Aquatics Director.
• Have a thorough knowledge of the rules and procedures of Safari Island.

Minimum Training and Experience Required

• A flexible schedule is necessary including the ability to teach both during the week OR on weekends.
• Individuals must be able to attend any training sessions held by the department.
• Individuals must or be willing to obtain a current certification in CPR/AED For the Professional Rescuer, Standard First Aid, and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) all through the American Red Cross.
• Swim Instructors should display a positive customer service attitude, and be a team player.
• Available to substitute as necessary.
• Attend all scheduled in-services
• Understand and act out Emergency Action Plan (EAP) as needed.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Standard First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, and Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
• Must have a thorough understanding of swimming lessons techniques for both youth and adult. 
• Under the direction of the Aquatics Director the Learn To Swim Instructor (LTS) will teach swimming and safety skills to patrons, complete appropriate paperwork including but not limited to Red Cross Course Records and lesson attendance records, and attend all Learn To Swim In-Services.  

Physical and Mental Abilities Required

• Necessary ability to spend periods of time in the water
• Must be able to perform the physical labor required to work with  a variety of people
• Must have the ability and discretion to handle conflict among employees, as well as participants, and to determine the appropriate course of action

Performance

• Must have a through understanding of best practices for teaching, Standard First Aid, and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.
• Swim instructors are expected to conduct themselves in a courtesy and professional manner at all times with all aquatics patrons to understand and have the ability to implement the Emergency Action Plan (EAP), and call for assistance in rescue situations as necessary..