Part-Time Swim Instructor

Are you looking for a fun and rewarding summer position? Does the idea of working at a community swimming pool appeal to you? Do you enjoy working with children? If so, we need your help! The City of Rohnert Park is looking for (30) enthusiastic, safety-conscious individuals to work as a Part -Time Swim Instructor teaching group swim lessons to children of all ages.

We will be holding a mandatory training between June 2 - June 6, 2025. Exact times will be emailed to hired applicants once the schedule has been finalized. 

 

Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in one of our group interviews which will be held on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Wednesday, April 2, 2025, from 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

TO APPLY:
Please visit "Job Opportunities" at www.rpcity.org and click "apply" to complete the online application form and the required supplemental questions. It is important to complete all the required materials. All applications will be screened for completeness and possession of minimum qualifications. Applications will be reviewed in detail to identify the most qualified candidates to interview. Work history must include all employment for the last ten years.

PLEASE NOTE:
You may submit a resume or other relevant documents to further describe your qualifications however, "see resume" will not meet the requirements to submit a complete application including employment history or be accepted in lieu of responses to supplemental questions. Be advised that your resume and other attachments not specifically requested, may not be used to determine your qualifications.

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DEFINITION
Instructs swimming classes; monitors students' safety; does related work as required.
 
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
An employee in this classification is responsible for instructing swim classes for beginner to advanced students.
 
SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXCERISED
Work is performed under the supervision of a Community Services Program Coordinator (Aquatics) who reviews work primarily on the basis of direct observation.   Supervision is not normally a responsibility of positions in this classification.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.

• Teaches swimming classes using appropriate lesson plans for beginner to advanced students; demonstrates and monitors that swimming skills and techniques are being performed properly and safely.
• Monitors the safety of students and other patrons using the swim center facilities.
• Responds to questions and inquiries from parents regarding child's progress and/or Aquatics programs and activities.
• Maintains appropriate records regarding class participation and students' progress.
• Administers First Aid in case of emergency.
• Attends and participates in in-service trainings.
• Performs other job-related duties or tasks as required.

EDUCATION/TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the above-described duties.  Prior experience working with children is highly desirable.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• First Aid AED must be obtained within 60 days of date of hire.
• American Red Cross or American Heart Association Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for the Professional Rescuer must be obtained within 60 days of date of hire.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Considerable knowledge of water safety, swim instruction, lifesaving methods, first aid, and emergency procedures.

SKILL TO:

• Swimming skills and techniques; teaching and demonstrating swimming skills.

ABILITIES TO:

• Communicate directions/instructions both verbally and by demonstration
• Work effectively with people of all ages
• Create a positive learning environment
• Act calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Interpret and implement swim center policies
• Monitor the safety of students and other patrons using the swim center facility

Employees work a flexible schedule, depending on program needs, including working evenings, weekends, and shifting assignments as program needs change.  Employees work outdoors and are exposed to variable weather conditions. Swim Instructors may be exposed to chlorine, acids, and other chemicals at aquatics facilities, as well as blood and body fluids rendering first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.  Employees may interact with others who may be upset in the performance of interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.  Employee possess the ability to perform work that may involve lifting children through adults, in and out of the pool, up to 100 pounds or more with assistance, pulling a cover over the pool surface with assistance, and lifting, straightening, and moving pool deck furniture and equipment.  Need the mobility to sit, walk, twist, grasp, turn, lift, kneel, stoop, reach, bend, climb, and swim, while in swimwear.  Must be in good physical condition to stay in water for prolonged periods of time, work in the extreme heat and/or cold, and the outdoors.  Vision & hearing within the normal range.   Vision, may be corrected and hearing as measured by a standard audiogram, should be good enough to see and hear adults and children in life and/or health safety endangering situations. Manual dexterity is required for handling cash and completing reports and data entry.

Salary : $18 - $21