Job Title: Part-Time Swim Instructor

Department: Wellness Center

Employment Type: Part-Time

Salary: $25.00 / Hourly

Schedule: Contractual PT Saturdays - 2/3 hours

Reports To: Wellness Center Director / Aquatics Coordinator

Swim Instruction & Participant Support

• Provide adaptive swim lessons for individuals with disabilities of all ages and skill levels


• Teach water safety, stroke development, aquatic exercise, and swimming fundamentals


• Modify instruction techniques to meet individual participant needs and abilities


• Encourage participant confidence, independence, and skill progression


• Maintain accurate attendance and participant progress documentation

Safety & Supervision

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all participants in and around the pool area


• Enforce pool rules, emergency procedures, and aquatic safety standards


• Respond appropriately and efficiently to emergencies or behavioral situations


• Maintain awareness of participant medical, behavioral, and support needs

Program Support

• Assist with aquatic wellness programs, recreational swim activities, and special events


• Help prepare and maintain pool equipment and instructional materials


• Communicate professionally with families, caregivers, and team members


• Support a positive, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all participants

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 18 years of age


• Previous swim instruction or aquatic experience preferred


• Ability to work effectively with individuals with disabilities


• Strong communication, patience, and interpersonal skills


• Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality

Certifications Required

• Current CPR/AED Certification


• Current First Aid Certification


• Lifeguard Certification a MUST

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and move in and around the pool environment


• Ability to enter and exit the pool safely and assist participants as needed


• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation


• Ability to work in a warm, humid aquatic environment

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in adaptive aquatics or therapeutic recreation


• Knowledge of water safety instruction techniques


• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities


• Positive attitude with a team-oriented mindset