Swim Instructor

Interested in receiving your Lifeguard, CPRAED and Fit Aid Certifications for FREE? We can help! WE ARE HIRING SEASONAL, PART TIME AND FULL TIME SWIM INSTRUCTORS Pay Range: $25-30hourThe Place: The Oshman Family Jewish Community Center (OFJCC) is an exciting and innovative non-profit organization in the heart of Silicon Valley. We create fun, meaningful, inclusive and joyful experiences through educational, social, cultural, spiritual, fitness and wellness programs. Join us! Year-round positions available! The Job: If you have a passion for the pool and enjoy kids, you'll love being a swim instructor in our fantastic indoor and outdoor pools. As a Swim Instructor you will provide group swim instruction to students of varying ages and abilities while maintaining a safe and effective learning environment. Emphasizing fun and water safety is key. Ask us about our other Aquatics roles including Lifeguard. The Core Duties:Provide swim instructions to various levels and age groups and help improve overall skillset and techniquePerform all swimming strokes and skills taught in all levelsPlan lessons, select appropriate drills and evaluate the student's progressPresent proper demonstrations and explain skills, analyze, evaluate and correct performance, minimize fear and use appropriate teaching devicesMaintain a safe and positive teaching environment. Create an atmosphere where the student loves swimming and the waterThe Essentials:Individual must have a dynamic personality. Enthusiastic, energetic, friendly & personableStrong swimming background preferred1+ years of experience being an aquatic instructor preferredExcellent communication skills, customer service oriented commitment to fitness industryenvironmentCPRAED and First Aid Certified preferredLifeguard Training Certified or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire required Experience working with children up to 12 years old Ability to multi-taskMust have the ability to inspire and motivate others with great people skillsMust be a self-starter, highly motivated, organized, with good time management and great follow-up skillsAble to work evenings, weekends and holidays as neededThe Perks: (Some conditions apply)Free membership at our award-winning fitness center for you and a friend!Flexible scheduleWork life balancePersonal DevelopmentPaid holidays and paid time offUnlimited access to our new R&R room - with a focus on RecoveryReimbursement for continuing education certification and conference feesEmployee discount programOFJCC swagFun, motivating workplaceFree Coffee!!Stocked fridge and treatsSunscreen providedBenefits exceptions apply, based on # hours worked per week

Created: 2025-02-21