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American Red Cross Swim Instructor

 

Job Description:

Swim instructors at Aquatic Consultants of Georgia (ACOG) will be responsible for conducting American Red Cross swim lessons for multiple clients of different age and skill levels, including parent/child lessons and adults. 

 

START DATE: IMMEDIATELY. 

LOCATION: BUCKHEAD/METRO ATLANTA.

 

Responsibilities:

• Organize and instruct individual students and small groups in swim lessons and water safety, including infant/toddler (with/without parent), preschoolers/schoolers, and adolescents/adults.

• Ensure lesson objectives adhere to American Red Cross philosophy curriculum as referenced in the instructor manual

• Lift and maneuver students in order to educate them on proper technique throughout the lesson.

• Educate and enforce safety rules.  Strive to prevent accidents and maintain discipline.  Administer First Aid/CPR in the event of injury.

• Maintain records of student progress and provide clients/parents with frequent feedback

• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe pool environment for clients, staff, and homeowners.

• Act as a swim school spokesperson in the local communities by relaying ARC philosophies.

• Check pool chemistry as needed.

 

Requirements:

• High school diplomas with past experience in swimming, lifeguarding, swim instruction, and water safety is a plus.  College bachelor’s degree is preferred.

• Must possess lifeguard/CPR certifications, and Water Safety (WSI)

• Must have a passion for the water and working with novice swimmers of all ages, 

• Knowledge of rescue and life-saving techniques, artificial respiration, and first aid is a must.

• Knowledge of general safety rules and precautions related to a swimming pool environment.

• Must have professional appearance and demeanor when working with clients.

• Ability to work in a positive way with a wide range of students and varying ages.

• Use appropriate communication skills in dealing with both children and adults.

• Must have the ability to perform duties of a vigorous work schedule, including lifting young children and ability to maneuver up to 40 lbs.

• Valid GA driver’s license, dependable motor vehicle transportation.

• Ability to work in outdoor conditions in and around swimming pools with exposure to sun and chlorinated/chemically treated water.

• Compensation:

• Hourly wage compensation with experience, but will range from $12-$20 per hour.

 

Contact Info:

Email resume to acog.swim@gmail.com or

call 404-351-5309