Lifeguard and Swim Lesson Instructor

LIFEGUARD & SWIM LESSON INSTRUCTOR

REPORTS TO: Aquatics Director
PAY TYPE: Hourly, Non-Supervisory
PAY RATE: Varies for job duty; Starts at $12.68 / hr.
BENEFITS: Not Eligible
SCHEDULE: Flexible; Year-Round

This position will remain posted until filled. All qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures the general supervision and safety of patrons of the aquatic facility by preventing and responding to emergencies
• Provides high-quality swim lessons (private and/or group) to swimmers of all levels and abilities based upon established standards and program requirements
• Maintains strict safety protocols for participants both in the general pool area and during instructional classes
• Represents the West Lafayette Jr./Sr. High School by maintaining a professional attitude and delivering excellent customer service to a diverse population
• Communicates effectively and works as a cohesive team with other lifeguards and instructs on duty, especially during emergency situations or co-taught classes
• Handles all incidents in a manner appropriate to training, ensuring First Aid is properly escalated to the Facility Supervisor
• Attends mandatory meetings and training sessions as scheduled to maintain rescue readiness and instructional skills

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• Education, Training, and Experience Required:
  • All current Red Cross Certifications for lifeguarding (required)
  • Knowledge of and the ability to demonstrate rescue skills and swim lesson instruction in an aquatic environment
  • Acceptable results of an expanded criminal history background check done at the cost of the applicant (required for anyone 18 years of age and older)
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics:
  • Displays a positive, energetic, and enthusiastic attitude
  • Ability to work independently and maintain high alertness while instructing or guarding
  • Strong communication and instructional skills to engage with swimmers of all abilities

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Position works indoors in a typical aquatic facility environment
• May work near others, often within a few feet, and interact directly with the public, students, and parents
• Will frequently be exposed to wet conditions, high humidity, and noise levels that are distracting

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. 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. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically outlined in this description. This job description is subject to change at any time at the discretion of West Lafayette Community School Corporation.