Swim Instructor

1 day ago

West Chester, PA, United States Atlantic Coast Athletic Clubs Full time

Job Type

Part-time

Description

Do you enjoy changing the lives of others who enjoy swimming or who are eager to learn? The Swim Instructor's primary duty is to teach swim lessons to children and adults

The ideal candidate will enjoy performing the following:

  • Teaching progressive swim lessons
  • Creating and fostering a team culture that is centered on achieving goals with high levels of customer service and professionalism
  • Communicating effectively with team members and members
  • Maintaining a safe environment at all times as well as familiarity with acac programs to inform members with questions or updates
If you enjoy flexible scheduling and being in the water while also promoting a friendly, welcoming, and high-energy community, apply today

Requirements

Physical demands
  • Must be able to actively participate in swim lessons using repetitive arm and leg motions
  • Must be able to swim in both deep and shallow water
  • Must be able to work in an often warm and humid environment with heightened noise
  • Must be able to work in both warm water and cool water pools
  • Ability to work varied shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Required competencies, education, and experience
  • Certified Starfish Swimming Instructor (or equivalent)
  • Certified Lifeguard (If under the age of 16)
  • High School diploma preferred
  • Prior aquatics teaching or coaching experience preferred
  • Superior customer service skills; ability to work with both children and adults
  • Ability to be creative in finding the best teaching methods to accommodate different populations
  • Must be at least 15 years old
Company expectations
  • Read, sign, and abide by the policies included in the Team Member Handbook
  • Park in team member-designated areas
  • Club cleanliness is an all-team responsibility; assist whenever necessary in any area of the club to keep the club neat and clean
  • Assist with Service Days
  • Assist with acac programs, special events, or activities outside your department
  • Promptly return messages
  • Exhibit a positive attitude at all times
  • Deliver five-star service to members and guests with friendliness, direct eye contact, and a pleasant demeanor at all times

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

acac is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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