Swim Teacher/Swim Support - The Presidio

Position purpose: Teach students (2 months Adult) how to swim, using the La Petite Baleen curriculum.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:

• Responsible for instructing all swim lesson participants.
• This position is also responsible for the safety of the participants in their own class.
• Work shifts/ hours as scheduled, which includes beginning and ending class on time; remaining after class to answer participant and/or parent questions as needed, and clean up supplies.
• Instructs and evaluates students participating in swim lessons.
• Attends mandatory meetings and training sessions as scheduled.
• Acts immediately and appropriately to secure the safety of patrons in the event of an emergency.
• Follow all safety rules, pool rules, and regulations.
• Report any safety issues/concerns to the Director on Duty (DOD).
• Presents a professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintains a high standard of customer service.
• Check work email at least once a week before or after your shift.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must know how to swim and to swim in deep water.
• Knowledge of and the ability to demonstrate skills in swim lessons instruction.
• Ability to demonstrate skills as required for class content and use teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, floaties, etc.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment and possess energy and enthusiasm.
• Ability to positively interact with others.
• Strong communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Work Requirements:

• Able to work in 90-degree water for up to 4 hours.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. This includes moving equipment and physically assisting students in and out of the water.
• Able to work in a humid (degree ranges from 75-90) and noisy environment.
• Able to climb in and out of the pool.