Student Employment - Swim Instructors

Advertising Department:
CAMPUS RECREATION AND WELLNESS

Academic Term/Year:
SUMMER 2026

Position Title:
Student Employment - Swim Instructors

Posting Number:
08226

Position Number:
08226

Student Job Category:
Student - Hourly Job

Number of Vacancies:
10

Job Description:
ECU Department of Campus Recreation and Wellness is currently hiring several Swim Instructors. Swim Instructors will deliver engaging swim lessons to participants of all ages and skill levels, ensuring a safe and positive aquatic learning environment.

Responsibilities:

• Teach structured swim lessons to various groups, including children, adolescents, and adults.
• Develop and implement effective lesson plans tailored to participant skill levels and learning objectives.
• Provide constructive feedback and positive reinforcement to enhance participants swimming skills.
• Ensure participant safety throughout lessons and maintain open communication with participants and guardians.
• Document participants progress and provide recommendations for continued skill development.
• Support the promotion and registration processes for swim programs.
• Deliver excellent customer service and foster a welcoming environment.

Preferred (Majors, Experience, GPA, etc.):
Qualifications:

• Must have valid Water Safety Instructor certification or relevant experience teaching swim lessons.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Availability for flexible scheduling including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Previous swim instruction experience is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with various participants and families.

Special Instructions to Applicant:
Please upload your resume and copy of your certifications online.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. All offers of employment are conditional and subject to verification of background information, with satisfactory results required before the start of the position.

Additional Instructions to Applicants:

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

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Open Date:
05/28/2026

Close Date:
06/30/2026

Open Until Filled:
No

Nondiscrimination Statement:
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