RecWell Swim Instructor

Swim Instructors with Butler Recreation & Wellness Aquatics provide high-quality, developmentally appropriate swim instruction to participants of varying ages and skill levels. Instructors are responsible for delivering structured lessons focused on water safety, skill progression, and confidence-building while maintaining a safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment. Swim Instructors serve as positive role models, communicate effectively with participants and families, and support the overall success of the Aquatics program.

Work Schedule:

Flexible, primarily weekday evenings

Position Responsibilities:

• Instruct individual or group swim lessons using SAI Swim School and Stroke School curriculum
• Maintain a safe and supportive learning environment
• Provide clear instruction, encouragement, and feedback to participants
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians about student progress
• Prepare class materials and maintain daily lesson records
• Always monitor participants’ safety and respond appropriately in emergency situations
• Collaborate with aquatic staff and leadership team to improve program quality

Required Qualifications: 

• Current Starfish Swimming Instructor (SSI) certification, or willingness to obtain certification prior to employment through a Butler University-provided course
• Strong swimming ability and comfort in deep and shallow water
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and guardians

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience working with diverse populations 
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills 
• Previous experience teaching swim lessons 
• Experience working with youth, families, or diverse ability levels 
• Competitive swimming or aquatic instruction background

Expectations:

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

• Comply with University standards and policies.

• Ensure confidentiality of information.

• Commitment to Butler Recreation and Wellness’s Mission and Values 

• Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of vary beliefs

• Behaviors, orientations, identities, body sizes, abilities, and cultural backgrounds 

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance 

• Comply with University and department policies 

• Ensure confidentiality of information 

• Represent Butler University’s HRC Aquatics Center in a professional manner