Primary Purpose:

Conduct swimming lessons

Qualifications:

Be mentally and physically fit

Be at least 16 years of age

Prior competitive swimming experience is desired but not required

Have a genuine interest in teaching swimming and all water activities

Have regular and consistent attendance. Report to work promptly.

Be dependable, courteous, and neat. Have good communication, public relations and interpersonal skills.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Prepare daily lesson plans

2. Be friendly, helpful, and cheerful to all pool patrons and fellow employees in the performance of duties

3. Respect and follow the Swim Center “chain of command”

4. Attend mandatory in-service training.

5. Maintain an acceptable appearance at all times, with regard to required apparel and personal hygiene

6. Maintain confidentiality

7. Participate in meetings and training sessions as designed by District staff

8. Regular and consistent attendance

9. All other duties as assigned

Equipment Used:

Employee handles hazardous materials, including chlorine bleach, hydrochloric acid, sodium bisulfate, sodium thiosulfate, carbon dioxide gas, sodium bicarbonate, calcium chloride, muriatic acid, calcium hypochlorite, and other such pool chemicals.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Indoor duties are performed in a temperature-controlled environment; however, worker is exposed to wet cement and mat surfaces while working. Work hazards or potential work hazards include the exposure to dangerous emergency situations involving rescue, and hazardous chemicals. Demonstrate patience and flexibility in changing job demands and when interacting with employees, visitors, and the public. Maintain emotional control under stress.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.