Dolphin Swim Team Coach (Swim Lesson Instructor)

Description

General Definition of Work:

Under supervision of the Aquatic Coordinator or their Designee, is responsible for the overall daily operation of the Bonner Springs Aquatic Park. The Swim Instructor is responsible for providing a fun, safe and encouraging learning environment.

Essential Functions:

Implements swimming and water safety instructional programs; prepares and delivers technical guidance, age-appropriate and skill-focused lessons based upon participant abilities. Receives and responds to questions, concerns, and complaints from patrons. .Provides aquatic safety and supervision for patrons; monitors activities in the water, pool decks, and aquatics facilities to prevent accidents, and to ensure the safety and well-being of patrons. Inspects and maintains swimming and pool equipment for functionality; ensures proper placement and availability in the pool area; recommends maintenance and repair as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to adapt teaching methods to work with all age groups. Use swim program to plan and teach lessons. Communicate with participants and parents to ensure they are aware of progress. Complete records and reports. Enforce all aquatic facility policies and procedures.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, and sit; reach with hands and fingers, handle or feel, talk or hear. The employee will occasionally climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl.

Qualifications
Must be at least 15 years old. Experience teaching and/or knowledge of all swimming strokes.

Special Requirements
Must successfully pass a drug test and background check. Obtain First Aid and CPR certification.