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Job Type
Temporary
Description
Reports To: Aquatics Director
Job Summary:
This position is responsible for successfully teaching members of all ages and abilities how to in a safe, supportive, and development-focused environment. Instructors are expected to deliver high-quality lessons, maintain strong communication with members, and uphold the standards of The Briar Club, and The Briar Club Aquatics Program.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide consistent, high quality swimming lessons on a regular basis and be an integral member of the staff by involving yourself in The Briar Club Aquatic Program.
- Instruct a progressive swimming lesson program, as outlined by Aquatics Management.
- Prepare and follow lesson plans for instruction prior to each lesson
- Review and update the web schedule on a daily basis for new lessons and or cancellations.
- Must abide by all Briar Club rules and policies. All lessons and cancellations from an instructor must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance.
- Must show up for work on time and follow work schedule.
- Maintain records of attendance and billing for all swim lessons.
- Familiarize yourself with basic rules and safety standards and adhere to them strictly.
- Maintain a positive, member-focused attitude, demonstrating professionalism and strong communication with swimmers and families.
Ensure all lesson equipment is set up and returned properly.
- Participate in ongoing training, shadowing, and monthly staff meetings to stay current with instructional methods and program expectations.
- Communicate equipment needs or maintenance concerns promptly with the Aquatics Coordinator or Aquatics Director.
- Be fully knowledgeable of emergency action plans, first aid procedures, and reporting requirements.
Compensation
Requirements
Qualification/Requirements:
- Professional, courteous, and service-oriented demeanor when interacting with members, parents, and fellow staff.
- Strong Organizational skills, time management, and ability to adapt lessons to individual swimmer needs.
- Reliable communication and consistent adherence to scheduling expectations.
- Previous competitive swimming experience, experience working with young children, and/or swim instruction experience required.
- (Education: Some College Preferred)
- Strong swimming skills
- Proficiency of various swimming techniques (e.g., freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly)
- Ability to break down swimming techniques into understandable steps
- Knowledge of water safety protocols, including rescue techniques and emergency procedures
- Safety-minded approach
- Patience, compassion and encouragement
- Alertness and attention to detail
- Flexibility to work with all ages and skill levels
- Observational and assessment skills
- Teaching skills