Temp - Instructor: Water Ready with Drownproofing

  This position is posted to create a pool of candidates for future positions. 

JOB SUMMARY
Serves as lead Water Safety Instructor for Anne Arundel County's 5th grade water safety program, Water Ready with Drownproofing. Duties include the "in the water" instruction established by the curriculum, the supervision of the students at all time while the students are in the pool area, completion of individual Skill Achievement Reports, the care and maintenance of materials of instruction, and assisting the Teacher Specialist during parent training. Work is planned and implemented under the direction of the Coordinator of Outdoor Education and the professional staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as lead water safety instructor in the implementation of skill development as outlined in the Teacher Handbook to Drown-proofing Program. Completes student skill testing and evaluation form for each student in his/her class or group. Maintains the pool and in some cases the operation of the pool as per regulations established by Anne Arundel County Health Department, Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center and/or pool to which assigned. Works cooperatively with all school personnel and parents involved in the Drown-proofing Program. Assists in training of parents and volunteers. Assists in the supervision of volunteer staff. Attends staff in-services and meetings as scheduled. Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate preferred.

Experience

One (1) year aquatic teaching experience required; Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the applicant to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to the needs of diverse learners. Excellent organization and communication skills. Ability to work with school system administrators, parents, and students. Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations. Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

Upon hire, Lifeguard Certification issued by American Red Cross licensed training provider required. Upon hire, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification issued by American Heart Association, Inc (AHA) or American Red Cross authorized training centers required. Hold or be eligible for Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certificate issued by American Red Cross licensed training provider preferred; Hold or be eligible for Pool Operator License issued by Anne Arundel County Department of Health preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Sitting: under 1/3 percent of the time Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Work Environment
Location

Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time

Exposure

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather related): over 2/3 percent of the time

Noise Level

Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date: 10/1/2023

Established

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