Swim Instructor
Summary
| Title: | Swim Instructor |
|---|---|
| ID: | 1221 |
| Department: | Aquatics |
Description
Convent of the Sacred Heart is New York City's oldest independent school for girls, educating students in Pre-K through 12. As part of an international network of schools, we are committed to a set of principles shared by all Sacred Heart Schools. Known as the "Goals and Criteria,” these principles articulate the core components of a Sacred Heart education, and charge our community with a unified educational mission.
At the heart of our philosophy is the belief that each child possesses unique gifts. Our job is to unearth those gifts, nurture them, and empower each child of the Sacred Heart to share those gifts with the global community. Convent of the Sacred Heart is committed to being an equitable and inclusive community and seeks candidates who connect to our Mission and Goals.
At the heart of our philosophy is the belief that each child possesses unique gifts. Our job is to unearth those gifts, nurture them, and empower each child of the Sacred Heart to share those gifts with the global community. Convent of the Sacred Heart is committed to being an equitable and inclusive community and seeks candidates who connect to our Mission and Goals.
Position: Part-Time Swim Instructor
Reports to: Aquatics Director
FLSA: Non-Exempt, Hourly
Date Updated: September 28, 2020
The Sacred Heart Swim School is looking for passionate swim instructors to work with swimmers aged 3 and up in private, semi-private, and group format. The Swim Instructor will deliver lessons based on the Sacred Heart Swim School curriculum while ensuring a safe, enjoyable experience for the swimmers. This is a part-time position with variable hours on weekday afternoons and weekends.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Evaluating members swimming ability to determine the correct swim level
- Instructs swimming lessons
- Creates an educational, safe and inviting experience for all participants
- Initiates, develops and maintains positive relationships with participants and their families
- Responds quickly and efficiently to member questions regarding Swim School program policies and procedures
- Maintains order and safety in swimming areas and assists in enforcing pool policies
- Immediately reports suspicious or inappropriate behaviors to Aquatics Director
- Provides a safe, clean and organized pool area
- Maintaining the cleanliness and order of our Aquatics Facilities
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Working towards a high school diploma, GED or higher
- Thorough knowledge and application of swimming and water safety or coaching experience preferred
- One-year experience preferred
- CPR-PR/AED/First Aid preferred
- First Aid certification preferred
- Ability to swim/teach basic and advanced swimming techniques
- Excellent customer service skills, energetic, enthusiastic, and motivational
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to build relationship with members of all ages
- Comfortable working with all age groups, including very young children
- Ability to demonstrate patience and empathy
- Ability to handle and resolve conflicts in a professional, tactful manner
- Capability to work independently
- Ability to make decisions quickly and easily
- Be flexible with work hours
- Hourly wage, commensurate with experience
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff hired to this department. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
An equal opportunity employer, Sacred Heart seeks to hire outstanding and diverse staff and faculty who work together harmoniously toward the common mission of the school.
This opening is closed and is no longer accepting applications
