Adaptive Swim Instructor

1 day ago


Pasadena, CA, United States Rose Bowl Aquatics Center Full time
About the Organization
We are The Rose Bowl Aquatics Center located in Pasadena's beautiful Brookside Park, just south of the famous Rose Bowl Stadium. Our organization offers its employees a spirited company culture, the fulfillment of knowing that our center is giving back to the community, and free & discounted programs.

The Rose Bowl Aquatics Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and world-class aquatics facility that offers year round aquatic and fitness programming to children, youth, families and seniors, so that we can ensure that all generations can achieve the benefits of healthy living habits, regular exercise, and sports training.

OUR MISSION: To help everyone achieve their personal best by providing the finest aquatic educational, competitive, therapeutic and recreational programs.

Description

Job Description

Position: Adaptive Swim Instructor

Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Adaptive Programs Manager, the Adaptive Swim Instructor provides inclusive, person-centered instruction to participants with disabilities across ages and ability levels. This role adapts teaching methods, uses supports/equipment as needed, and partners closely with caregivers and the Adaptive Program Manager to set goals, track progress, and promote confidence and water safety. We welcome candidates with experience in disability support, therapeutic recreation, special education, or related fields, and we provide training and coaching.

This position requires good leadership, a professional appearance and attitude, self-motivation, and a strong work ethic. The essential skills are the ability to work well with people, teach, motivate, instill trust, and to ensure a positive working environment. It is also necessary to be able to effectively enforce policies and procedures.

General Responsibilities:
  • Teaches adaptive water safety/swim lessons to individuals with disabilities
  • Documents daily attendance, completes assessments, and maintains necessary data in Athena platform
  • Is prompt and prepared to begin sessions on time and in an organized fashion; obtains and sets-up equipment prior to a session and puts equipment away when finished
  • Displays professional behavior and is accountable for the safety and positive learning experience for each individual
  • When necessary, responds to family, guardian and caregiver concerns and problems
  • Prepares semi-annual/annual reports when necessary. Reports should reflect individuals' progress, and behavioral responses while attending lessons.
  • Maintains a safe and clean work area
  • Attends in-service training sessions
  • Performs other duties as required
Position Requirements

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (training provided):
  • Teaching swimming and water safety skills
  • Working/teaching individuals with disabilities
  • Leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and possess energy and enthusiasm
  • Ability to positively interact with students and their families
Preferred Qualifications:
  • One-year previous aquatic teaching experience
  • Experience working with special needs population
  • Water Safety Instructor preferred
  • CPR/AED certified preferred

Working Conditions:
Work is performed outdoors with potentially inclement weather conditions. Some local travel may be required. Position requires regular contact with the public. Must be able to work under pressure, exercise sound judgment, and adhere to deadlines.

Note on physical requirements
Repetitive motions in line with regular use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, swim stroke instruction, swim coaching, and swim meet set-up.

Pay Range:
$22.00 to $25.00 per hour (DOE)

Full-Time/Part-Time
Part-Time

EOE Statement
The Rose Bowl Aquatics Center does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

This position is currently accepting applications.

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