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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an Aquatics Instructor to join our team and provide high-quality swimming and water safety instruction to individuals of all ages and skill levels. As an Aquatics Instructor, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons, ensuring the safety of all participants, and fostering a positive and supportive learning environment. You will work with children, teens, and adults, adapting your teaching methods to meet the needs of each group. Your role will also include assessing swimmers’ abilities, providing constructive feedback, and maintaining accurate records of progress. In addition to teaching, you will be expected to enforce pool rules, respond to emergencies, and maintain a clean and organized aquatic facility. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a passion for teaching, and a commitment to promoting water safety. Previous experience as a swim instructor or lifeguard is highly desirable, as is certification in CPR, First Aid, and lifeguarding. You should be comfortable working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and be able to handle physically demanding tasks such as demonstrating swimming techniques and assisting swimmers in distress. This position offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on the community by helping individuals develop essential life skills and confidence in the water. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and dedicated to aquatic education, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our aquatics team.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Plan and deliver swimming lessons for various age groups and skill levels.
- Assess swimmers’ abilities and track their progress.
- Ensure the safety of all participants during lessons.
- Enforce pool rules and respond to emergencies as needed.
- Provide constructive feedback and encouragement to swimmers.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance and progress.
- Demonstrate swimming techniques and water safety skills.
- Set up and clean up equipment before and after lessons.
- Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and facility staff.
- Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Previous experience as a swim instructor or lifeguard preferred.
- Certification in CPR, First Aid, and lifeguarding required.
- Strong swimming skills and knowledge of water safety.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Physically fit and able to assist swimmers in distress.
- Organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to different learning styles.
- Positive attitude and enthusiasm for teaching.
- Background check may be required.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have teaching swimming or water safety?
- Are you certified in CPR, First Aid, and lifeguarding?
- How do you ensure the safety of your students during lessons?
- Describe a time you handled an emergency in an aquatic setting.
- How do you adapt your teaching style for different age groups?
- What strategies do you use to motivate and encourage swimmers?
- Are you comfortable working evenings and weekends?
- How do you handle difficult or uncooperative students?
- What is your approach to communicating with parents or guardians?
- Why are you interested in becoming an Aquatics Instructor?
