Swim Instructor

Title: Swim Instructor

Part-Time, Seasonal Position

New Orleans Region (includes New Orleans, Metairie, or Kenner)

The Swim Instructor will teach private and/or semi-private lessons for students ages 3 and up at a facility managed by SELA Aquatics. Members of the facility will register through SELA Aquatics for lessons with the instructor. All lessons are taught on-site at the facility at times agreed upon by the instructor and parent/student. Instructors may only teach swim lessons for SELA Aquatics while employed by the company.

Swim instructors should promote a positive attitude towards swimming, creating an encouraging and motivational atmosphere for students. Swim instructors need good communication skills and be organized when scheduling lessons.

Job Duties:

• Communicate with parents of students for lesson scheduling, swimmer progress, etc.
• Evaluate student's initial swimming ability and determine appropriate skill level
• Plan and deliver lessons appropriate to the swimmer's level, focusing on skill development and water safety
• Demonstrate proper swimming techniques and strokes
• Provide feedback and correction to swimming skills
• Monitor student at all times to prevent accidents or injuries
• Ensure that participants abide by pool rules

Minimum Qualifications:

• Formal background in swimming, such participation on a swim team or previous swim coach or swim instructor experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification