Swim Instructor

id='p4122_110'>Swim Instructor JobID: 4122

Position Type:

Hourly/Community Education Swim

Date Posted:

8/12/2026

Location:

District Wide

District:

Grosse Pointe Public Schools Additional Information: Show/Hide

Job Summary:

• Teach American Red Cross swim classes, from pre-school swim program through Level 6, as well as other instructional swim programs
• Develop and implement lesson plans, test students, and complete student certificates as required by American Red Cross
• If working alone, be prepared to fulfill duties of lifeguard. If working with staff, supervise lifeguards and swim assistants
• Work with swimmers in water as needed
• Operate handicap chair, lift, and rescue equipment as needed
• Respond to emergencies using appropriate first aid
• Teach other non-ARC swim classes or supervise non-instructional swim programs as assigned

Qualifications:

• Current American Red Cross certifications for lifeguarding, CPR, first aid, AED, and Water Safety Instructor
• Ability to work effectively with swimmers of various ages and abilities
• Ability to handle handicap chair, lift, and rescue equipment
• Experience as swim instructor preferred but not required

Working Condition: $18 - more dependent on experience. Hours vary

Candidates hired for this position will be employed through www.EduStaff.org the educational staffing partner of the Grosse Pointe Public Schools, and will be required to complete a separate Edustaff application and orientation once an employment offer is received. Please reach out to Diane Zedan if you have any other questions zedand@gpschools.org

Application Procedure:

Complete online application. Include American Red Cross certification information (with completion and/or expiration dates) and other swim related qualifications.

The successful candidate must meet the State standard for a clear criminal history and provide mandated fingerprint clearance.