About this role
Reports to: Aquatics Coordinator
Location: Indoor Swimming Pool (Athletics Department)
Employment Type: Part time
Working hours: Mon-Fri: 15:45 – 17:45
ACS Athens, a student-centered international school embracing American educational philosophy, principles and values, is seeking to recruit an After School Swimming Instructor. This position plays a vital role in delivering high-quality swim instruction for students participating in the after-school program. The instructor will ensure a safe and engaging learning environment while supporting students' development in swimming techniques and water safety skills.
Responsibilities:
• Prioritizes Safety: Ensures that all safety protocols are always strictly implemented.
• Supports Instruction: Assists in the instruction of the groups, as needed.
• Maintains Program Quality: Supports and maintains the quality standards of the after-school aquatics program.
• Manages Equipment: Manages and oversees the inventory and proper use of all swimming equipment.
• Assists with Participant Placement: Collaborates with fellow instructors for accurate and appropriate participant placements.
• Coordinates with Athletics Office: Collaborates with Athletics Office administrative assistants, as needed.
• Works with PE Coaches: Collaborates with Physical Education coaches for class swimming instruction, within working hours.
• Maintains Incident Logs: Maintains Logs of incident reports; collaborates with Health Office when needed.
• Liaises with Maintenance Providers: Collaborates with outsourced pool maintenance company as needed.
• Supports Competitions and events: Assists the Swimming Coordinator in the planning and execution of swimming competitions and events.
• Provides Feedback: Provides feedback to students and parents on progress and areas for improvement.
• Maintains Effective Communication: Communicates effectively with students, parents, and other staff members.
• Completes Additional Responsibilities: Completes other related duties as assigned by Director of Athletics.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience
• Degree: Physical Education / Sport Science degree with a specialty in Swimming.
• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year as a swimming coach; previous experience working with Swimming Academies is required.
Certifications
• Current certifications in CPR / First Aid.
• Current Lifeguard certification.
• Other Aquatics-related certifications will be considered.
Skills & Competencies
• Swimming Proficiency: Strong swimming proficiency with in-depth knowledge of various strokes.
• Child-Centric Approach: Ability to work well with, engage, and motivate children of all ages and skill levels.
• Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, in English. Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Professionalism: Responsible, reliable, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Safeguarding: Strong commitment to the safeguarding and protection of children.
Why Join ACS Athens?
At ACS Athens, we are committed to excellence in education, student-centered innovation, and global leadership. If you are a forward-thinking educational leader ready to drive transformational change, we invite you to apply! ACS Athens does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, or disability in admission to, access to, employment in, or treatment in its programs and activities. ACS Athens is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workplace. The school system's educational philosophy and HR goals, including the goal of equal employment opportunity, will be considered in filling all positions.