What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Safety Instructor position at Lamar CISD?
JOB STATUS:
OPEN
POSTING DATE:
04/10/2025
CLOSING DATE:
08/15/2025 11:59 PM
POSTING NUMBER:
00007114
LOCATION:
Natatorium
POSITION TITLE:
Water Safety Instructor
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Primary Purpose: Responsible for planning and teaching group swim lessons.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Plan and organize lessons that support the general teaching outlines provided by the Athletic Director and the American Red Cross Swimming Program.
- Organize and direct activities of assigned students in order to provide a high level of quality instruction for all students.
- Establish positive public relations with parents/guardians of students to help them recognize and understand swimming developments and achievements.
- Enforce pool safety standards and facility operational rules for all individuals using district swimming facilities.
- Assist with taking lane ropes in and out on a daily basis.
- Help organize and assist in the development of special programs, activities or instruction.
- Complete and submit records and documentation of completed lessons to the Athletic Director and the American Red Cross.
- Work with the Athletic Director on an ongoing basis to improve and refine individual teaching skills related to teaching effective swimming lessons to various age groups and various skills levels.
- Maintain an ongoing program of personal physical fitness.
- Attendance at work is an essential function.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum Experience:
- One year of experience teaching American Red Cross swimming lessons
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education/Certification:
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor
- American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer
- American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and First Aid (preferred)
- Valid Texas driver’s license
- Eligible for coverage under the district’s vehicle insurance program
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Swimming background knowledge
- Thorough knowledge and application of swimming and water safety skills
- Thorough knowledge and application of teaching swimming and water safety skills
- Understanding of facility characteristics, rules, policies and procedures
- Leadership and public relations skills
- Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
OTHER INFORMATION:
Equipment Used: Computer, kick boards, bar bell floats, lifejackets, Shepard’s crook, rescue tubes, spinal board, and other various swimming aids. Working Conditions: Mental/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over), pushing, reaching above shoulders, use of fingers, swimming, walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, repeated bending, climbing, specific visual requirements (activity sufficient for reading/writing), Specific hearing requirements (activity sufficient to monitor children’s safety). Outside and inside; excessive heat, cold, humidity, dampness and/or chilling; excessive noise.
JOB CONTACT INFORMATION:
APPLY TO:
The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
GROUP / GRADE:
Wage/Hour Status: Hourly; Reports To: Athletic Director; Date Revised: October 2018
SALARY:
Pay Grade: 3
DAYS:
178
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