Swim Lesson Instructor (Student Associate) - Campus Recreation Center

Job Details

Job Title: Swim Lesson Instructor (Student Associate) - Campus Recreation Center
Posting Start Date: 5/6/26
Work Arrangement: Onsite

You are invited to apply to be considered for one of multiple vacancies of the same position.

Primary Duties

• Effectively teach and give feedback to students during swim lessons
• Maintain current attendance records
• Maintain the class participants' progress
• Record class participants' results on the report card
• Attend and participate in all scheduled WSI meetings and trainings
• Forward patrons with specific questions or concerns to the Aquatic Coordinator or Aquatic Supervisor
• Maintain current certifications
• Other duties as assigned

Additional Information

• Campus Recreation provides additional development opportunities for staff beyond job duties, including the possibility to attend varying conferences at state, regional, and national levels as well as inter-departmental committee opportunities through our student-led organization, Recreational Development & Leadership (RDL).
• This position may require early mornings, late nights, and holidays.
• Hour requirement: one lesson a week
• Skills acquired include: Teaching experience, Risk Management, Critical Thinking, Communication, Time Management, Problem Solving, Conflict Resolution

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Enrolled at a post-secondary institution or a secondary school.
• Enrolled at least part-time (one or more credit hours if at a post-secondary institution), except for summer term, or will be a registered student during the next academic term.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Standing – often
• Talking – often
• Walking – often
• Bending – often
• Pulling, pushing – often
• Works on uneven and/or slippery surfaces and is periodically exposed to hazardous conditions/situations, and substances
• Ability to work with all age groups

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay rate - $13.40/hour for Certified Staff holding active American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certifications
• Pay rate - $12.40/hour for non-certified assisting instructors
• 20% discount on programs and services (excluding Pro Shop)