Experienced Swim Instructors at Weehawken Swim Association

Conducts group swim lessons in a safe and fun teaching environment.  Teaches members ages 3-12 abilities appropriate skills according to the WSA swim lesson program. This is a part-time position with fixed schedule and hours. Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM. Starting wage from $18 per hour.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Conduct group swim lessons providing a safe, positive & motivating teaching environment. Instructs members of all ages and abilities appropriate skills according to the WSA swim lesson program.
• Attends swim instructional staff meetings and training as directed.
• Maintains regular open communication with the Aquatics Supervisor & Instructional Coordinators regarding issues directly related to the program.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Setting up and cleaning up of lesson equipment and changeover of pool configuration.
• Promotes member participation in aquatics department programs.
• Responds to emergencies, injuries and illness as they arise.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must have current CPR/AED, First-aid certifications, Lifeguard Cert
2. Excellent communications skills.
3. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and members.
4. Must enjoy working with children.
5. Previous aquatics instructional experience highly preferred.