Swim Instructor - Recreation Leader

Salary : $15.50 - $18.00 Hourly

Location : Gahanna, OH

Job Type : Seasonal

Job Number : 20241126AQ2

Department : Parks & Rec Pools

Opening Date : 12 / 01 / 2024

Closing Date : 5 / 1 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : 80

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, the Swim Instructor position includes the following duties :

• Reports to the Pool Managers and Aquatics Coordinators

Provide group and private swim lessons and water safety instruction to infants, children, and adults following the American Red Cross Learn-To-Swim curriculum and guidelines.

Responsible for the guidance, safety, and welfare of the people in their class from the time children leave their caregiver to the time they are returned to the caregiver.

The City has implemented two bonus programs for seasonal staff!

Any applicant can refer up to 4 candidates ($50

All seasonal employees who are fully onboarded and ready to work by May 1st will receive a $100

Essential Job Functions

Serves as the main point of contact for swim lesson operations while on-site at aquatics facilities; communicates with participants and guardians regarding class sessions.

Leads with onsite supervision and communication; assists with scheduling, training, and evaluating swim lesson program.

Describes and accurately demonstrates new skills as they are taught.

Responsible for teaching all classes in a session or having a Water Safety Instructor substitute scheduled, as required.

Attends all required pre-and in-service training covering a variety of topics.

Leads and maintains the promotion of excellent customer service standards at all levels of operations.

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other agencies, and the public.

Maintains the inventory of supplies and equipment in connection with the operation of the pool; assists the Recreation Supervisor and co-workers in duties necessary for the proper upkeep and maintenance of the pool and pool grounds.

Maintains all necessary documentation for business, operations, program, and staffing under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor

Teaches appropriate skills and techniques based on age and level using well-designed lesson and block plans; assists with registration; prepares and maintains records and reports.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. A typical way to qualify is completion of one (1) year of high school or one (1) or more years working with children.

Licensure or Certification Requirements

Current American Red Cross CPR / AED for the Professional Rescuer First Aid, and Administering Emergency Oxygen certificate, or ability to obtain before employment required.

Current American Red Cross Lifeguard or nationally recognized certificate, or the ability to obtain before employment preferred.

Valid and current Ohio driver's license with an acceptable driver's abstract to meet criteria for insurability established by the City of Gahanna

Other

Important Job Functions

Maintain high standards of health and safety in all aquatics operations, always adhering to industry standards.

Maintains the facility in a clean and orderly fashion.

Provide availability and scheduling information following assigned deadlines.

Always presents a professional appearance and attitude and maintains a high standard of customer service.

Performs other tasks and duties as assigned by the Recreation Supervisor

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of :

Basic recreation principles

Water safety & Emergency procedures

Program development.

Swim stroke development.

Lesson planning

Facilitating learning

Ability to : (Mental and Physical Abilities)

Adhere to regulations, policies, and procedures required by the State of Ohio, Franklin County Board of Health, the City of Gahanna, and all other regulatory / governing bodies.

To understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures for the public.

Complete all pre-requisite skills for the American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor course.

Working Conditions :

This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires swimming, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions.

Seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the Ohio Public Employment Retirement (OPERS).

This position requires employees to be at least 15 years old at the start of employment. Will you meet this requirement?

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