What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aquatics - Swim Instructor position at CHICO AREA RECREATION AND PARK?
Salary Range: Please reveiw the salary schedule for this position.
Please note, new employees can expect to start at Step 1.
| Position | Step A |
| Swim Instructor | $16.50 |
The Chico Area Recreation and Park District is looking to hire enthusiastic and energetic Swim Instructors to join our Summer 2025 Aquatics Team!
With the general guidance and direction of the Recreation Coordinator and/or the Head Lifeguard, Swim instructors will create a positive learning experience by showing enthusiasm for the job and being organized and prepared for each lesson. Swim instructors must be confident in their ability to retain and demonstrate the information and skills of CARD’s Aquatics program while teaching.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: May include, but are not limited to:
- Provide a safe and positive swimming experience for participants of all ages and swimming abilities.
- Adapt teaching approach to match the experience and abilities of participants while providing timely, positive and corrective feedback to participants.
- Complete and issue swim lesson evaluations and achievement cards to participants.
- Create lesson plans and effective strategies focusing on technique, stroke development, and safety, for each swim level.
- Inform participants and/or parents about knowledge and skill evaluation procedures and course completion requirements.
- Prepare written reports such as Incident/Accident Reports and Swim Lesson Evaluations. Enforce pool rules.
- Administer CPR and first aid to patrons as needed.
- Complete safety and hazard checklists as required.
- Provide quality customer service; have positive communication and interaction with patrons, program participants, parents, customers, and co-workers, and maintain a professional demeanor.
- Maintenance duties when needed.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work performed in an outdoor environment subject to weather conditions, sun exposure, and water exposure. Duties include exposure to recreation-related field noise or street noise. Travel between sites within a 6 mile radius may be required.
Salary : $17
