What are the responsibilities and job description for the Swim Instructor-Private Lessons position at City of Shoreview, MN?
Salary : $27.00 - $28.00 Hourly
Location : Shoreview, MN
Job Type : Associate
Job Number : 2025.15
Department : Parks & Rec Dept - Aquatics
Opening Date : 02 / 03 / 2025
DESCRIPTION
Enjoy working with kids and teaching others? We are looking for instructors who are enthusiastic about sharing their swimming knowledge, have a desire to teach, and have strong communications skills.
This position is responsible for developing customized swim lessons to fit each individual based on their skill level, which allows the student to progress at their own pace. Instructors are trained on our swim program methods, and we provide ongoing training sessions and meetings throughout the year.
Learning to swim is an important lifelong skill in Minnesota, and the purpose of this position is to teach a variety of age groups and individuals how to swim.
DUTIES INCLUDE
- Contact participants and schedule / coordinate lesson times
- Arrive on time for shift
- Teach swim strokes and water safety rules to various age groups, which may include individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities
- Observe swimmers and pool area and respond to unsafe conditions
- Enforce all facility policies, rules and regulations
- Regularly participate in training sessions and meetings
- Other duties as assigned by the Aquatics Manager, Aquatics Supervisor / Coordinator / Specialist, or Pool Coordinator
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
OTHER
Hours : Hours are based on instructor schedule, client schedule and pool availability.
Monday-Thursday : 8 am- 8 pm
Friday : 8 am- noon
Saturday : 8 am- noon
Sunday : 8 am- noon and 6-7 : 45 pm
The City of Shoreview is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Associate employees enjoy a free membership to the Community Center, free parking, direct deposit (required) and uniforms (where applicable).
Please assist us in evaluating your skills and abilities by completing this supplemental questionnaire. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from the information included within the application?
How many years of CUSTOMER SERVICE EXPERIENCE do you have? By customer service we mean answering questions, providing information and trouble shooting problems. Examples : lifeguarding, WSI, cashier, receptionist, food server, front desk, wait staff / host, retail sales, etc. Years of experience should be full-time equivalent.
Please mark the DIFFERENT TYPES OF CUSTOMER SERVICE you have experience with. Mark all that apply.
Do you have a CURRENT SWIMMING INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION? If so, where did you get your certification from? Mark all that apply.
If you marked "Other" in the above question, where did you get your Swimming Instructor Certification from?
How many years of experience do you have as a Swim Instructor or Swim Coach?
Which groups have you worked with as a Swim Instructor or Swim Coach? Mark all that apply.
Please select your availability below.
Are you at least 18 years of age or older?
Were you referred to this job by a current Shoreview employee?
If you answered yes to the above question, please list the name of the employee who referred you, otherwise enter NA.
Required Question
Salary : $27 - $28
