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SELA Aquatics Swim Instructor (Baton Rouge Private Lessons) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Title: Swim Instructor
Part-Time, Seasonal Position
Baton Rouge Region
The Swim Instructor will teach private and/or semi-private lessons for students ages 3 and up at a facility managed by SELA Aquatics. Swim instructors should promote a positive attitude towards swimming, creating an encouraging and motivational atmosphere for students. Swim instructors need good communication skills and be organized when scheduling lessons.
Members of the facility will register through SELA Aquatics for lessons with the instructor. All lessons are taught on-site at the facility at times agreed upon by the instructor and parent/student. Instructors may only teach swim lessons for SELA Aquatics while employed by the company.
Job Duties:
Communicate with parents of students for lesson scheduling, swimmer progress, etc.
Evaluate student's initial swimming ability and determine appropriate skill level
Plan and deliver lessons appropriate to the swimmer's level, focusing on skill development and water safety
Demonstrate proper swimming techniques and strokes
Provide feedback and correction to swimming skills
Monitor student at all times to prevent accidents or injuries
Ensure that participants abide by pool rules
Complete administrative tasks, such as scheduling lessons
Minimum Qualifications:
- Formal background in swimming, such participation on a swim team or previous swim coach or swim instructor experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification