JOB DESCRIPTION: Swim Lesson InstructorEXEMPT: No
COMPENSATION CLASS: Seasonal
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
REPORTS TO: Swim Lesson Manager and Aquatic Center Coordinators
JOB SUMMARY:
Working under supervision of pool management and the Swim Lesson Manager, the Swim Lesson Instructor is responsible for the instruction of group and/or private swim lessons as assigned. Swim Lesson Instructors are responsible for teaching swim lesson participants of varying age and ability levels.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Be familiar with swim lesson levels/curriculum and use course materials effectively
- Provide instruction to varying ages
- Begin and end class on time, remain after class to answer participant and/or parent questions and clean up supplies
- Educate participants on proper technique and promote swimmer safety at all times
- Maintain accurate and neat progress cards, certificates, and attendance information
- Ensure all teaching areas are free of hazards and that materials and equipment returned to designated locations
- Remove hazards and report deficiencies to the Swim Lesson Manager immediately
- Communicate openly and in a positive manner with parents of participants to provide constructive feedback regarding student skills and progress
- Tend to accident or emergency situations in accordance with accident/incident protocols
- Present a professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintain a high standard of customer service
- Be aware of emergency action plans and be prepared to perform assigned role at all times
- Wear proper uniform while on duty
- Comply with all Village policies, protocols, and procedures
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must be able to successfully complete American Red Cross Certification Community First Aid and Safety
- Prior experience as a swimmer (recreational or competitive) or swim lesson instructor preferred
- High school or college education in progress or completed
This position requires the following.
- Ability to positively interact with the public
- Ability to lead small group and individual swim lessons with varying ages
- Ability to complete and maintain swim lesson paperwork
- Must be able to attend all mandatory meetings and instructor development sessions as scheduled
LANGUAGE SKILLS:Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to properly fill out incident and accident reports as well be able to communicate in an emergency situation.
REASONING ABILITIES:Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES: - Understanding of the principles, practices, and objectives of Parks and Recreation administration and of the Proesel Park Family Aquatic Center
- Ability to prioritize duties and complete tasks within allotted hours
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
- Ability to communicate with the public tactfully and courteously
- Commitment to promoting the positive image of Village of Lincolnwood
- Ability to maintain efficient and effective communication with supervisor
- Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions
- Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is often required to walk, sit, stand, reach with hand and arms, talk, and hear. The employee will frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Employee must be able to sit or stand for an extended period of time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment varies between moderate and high. Frequent exposure to natural and seasonal weather conditions as well as insects while guarding the pool and completing job duties.
SAFETY:All employees are expected, as a condition of employment, to adopt the concept that the safe way to perform a task is the most efficient and the only acceptable way to perform it. Safety adherence of performance will be considered an important measure of employee performance evaluation. As such, the employee must:
- Comply with established safe work rules and the special instructions of the supervisor
- Report all accidents and injuries immediately and cooperate in all accident and injury investigations, supplying supervisors with full and complete information
- Submit recommendations for safety and efficiency, as well as report defective equipment and unsafe conditions
- Know their exact duties in case of fire or catastrophe
- Use safety equipment provided for personal use in performing daily work assignments
- Only operate equipment trained and authorized to operate
- Provide public protection from unsafe conditions and hazards resulting from municipal work operations
- Participate in special safety activities, as designated, such as Safety Committees, Job Safety Analysis, special training, etc.
