Aquatics Lifeguard Instructor

Description

Title: Lifeguard Instructor

Department: Aquatics

FLSA Classification: Nonexempt, Part-Time

Reports to: Aquatics Director

Summary/objective

Responsible for teaching individuals to become certified lifeguards and ensuring that they are equipped with the necessary skills to keep people safe around water.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Teach Lifeguard Certification Courses:

• Instruct participants in lifeguard training programs, including courses on water safety, first aid, CPR, and emergency response techniques.
• Train individuals in proper rescue techniques, use of lifeguard equipment (e.g., rescue tubes, backboards), and handling emergency situations.
• Deliver course material in alignment with standards set by the organization

Assess Skills and Performance:

• Evaluate the skills of trainees through written exams, practical tests, and simulated rescue scenarios.
• Provide constructive feedback to improve performance and ensure all participants meet the required standards for certification.

Maintain Course Materials and Equipment:

• Ensure that all training materials and equipment are available and in good condition for each class.
• Keep up to date with changes to certification requirements and lifeguard safety procedures.

Ensure Safety Standards:

• Promote water safety and ensure all practices are consistent with organizational policies and safety guidelines.
• Ensure that lifeguard candidates understand the importance of their responsibilities in preventing accidents and responding to emergencies.
• Ensure all completion requirements for course are met

Manage Course Logistics:

• Submit appropriate paperwork to Red Cross at the end of the course and ensure those participants who pass receive their certification card.

Provide Support and Guidance:

• Mentor trainee lifeguards and provide ongoing support to new or experienced lifeguards in the field.
• Act as a role model for best practices and professional conduct.

Follow Regulatory Guidelines:

• Stay current with industry regulations and guidelines, such as those set by the American Red Cross, or other relevant governing bodies.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and emergency protocols during all training sessions.

Requirements

Job Requirements

Physical demands

• Must maintain a high level of physical fitness to demonstrate lifeguard skills and respond effectively in emergencies.
• Must be able to swim in both deep and shallow water
• Must be able to work in an often warm and humid environment with heightened noise
• Must be able to work in both warm water and cool water pools
• Ability to work varied shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Must be able to teach a minimum of 2 classes ( Full Certification or Recertification) per season

Required competencies, education, and experience

• High School diploma preferred
• Prior aquatics teaching or coaching experience and current lifeguard certification preferred
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Trainer Certification
• Superior customer service skills; ability to work with both teens and adults
• Ability to be creative in finding the best teaching methods to accommodate different populations

Company Expectations

• Read, sign, and abide by the policies included in the Team Member Handbook.   
• Park in team member-designated areas.   
• Club cleanliness is an all-team responsibility; assist whenever necessary in any area of the club to keep the club neat and clean.   
• Assist with Service Days.   
• Assist with?acac?programs, special events, or activities outside your department   
• Promptly return messages.   
• Exhibit a positive attitude at all times.
• Deliver five-star service to members and guests with friendliness, direct eye contact, and a pleasant demeanor at all times.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

acac is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.