About this role
ABOUT PARKWAY-ROCKWOOD COMMUNITY ED
Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed is a partnership of the Parkway and Rockwood School Districts that provides high-quality programs that enhance the quality of life for residents.
POSITION SUMMARY
As a member of the Community Ed team, the swim school instructor provides instruction to swimmers in the program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Instruct swimmers in their appropriate skill level.
- Communicate with parents regarding swimmer progress.
- Ensure safety of swimmers being instructed.
- Maintain ongoing communication with the swim school site supervisor.
- Inform site supervisor of pool maintenance or safety issues related to the facility.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Must work well as part of a team and individually.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to access all work locations within and outside the Parkway and Rockwood School Districts.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends as required.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
- Knowledge of swimming techniques and teaching methods preferred.
- Previous teaching and/or coaching experience in swimming preferred.
EQUIPMENT USED
- Standard office equipment.
- Pool equipment, including kickboards, diving rings, lifejackets, etc.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Within assigned pools within and outside Parkway and Rockwood School District locations.
- While performing duties of this job, employee is regularly required to swim, sit, talk, hear, walk, stand and reach.
Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed is a self-funded department and is not funded through the district's general operating budget. All positions are contingent upon the ongoing financial viability of the Community Ed program.