Swim Instructor

Job Title:** Part-Time Swim Instructor

Department:** Wellness Center

Employment Type:** Part-Time

Salary: $25.00 / Hourly

Schedule: **Contractual PT Saturdays - 2/3 hours

Reports To:** Wellness Center Director / Aquatics Coordinator

Essential Responsibilities

Swim Instruction & Participant Support

• Provide adaptive swim lessons for individuals with disabilities of all ages and skill levels

• Teach water safety, stroke development, aquatic exercise, and swimming fundamentals

• Modify instruction techniques to meet individual participant needs and abilities

• Encourage participant confidence, independence, and skill progression

• Maintain accurate attendance and participant progress documentation

Safety & Supervision

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants in and around the pool area

• Enforce pool rules, emergency procedures, and aquatic safety standards

• Respond appropriately and efficiently to emergencies or behavioral situations

• Maintain awareness of participant medical, behavioral, and support needs

Program Support

• Assist with aquatic wellness programs, recreational swim activities, and special events

• Help prepare and maintain pool equipment and instructional materials

• Communicate professionally with families, caregivers, and team members

• Support a positive, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all participants

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 18 years of age

• Previous swim instruction or aquatic experience preferred

• Ability to work effectively with individuals with disabilities

• Strong communication, patience, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality

Certifications Required

• Current CPR/AED Certification

• Current First Aid Certification

• Lifeguard Certification a MUST

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and move in and around the pool environment

• Ability to enter and exit the pool safely and assist participants as needed

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation

• Ability to work in a warm, humid aquatic environment

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in adaptive aquatics or therapeutic recreation

• Knowledge of water safety instruction techniques

• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

• Positive attitude with a team-oriented mindset