Swim Lesson Instructor

As a Swim Lesson Instructor, you'll play a key role in helping children and adults build confidence, safety skills, and a lifelong love of swimming.

Requirements

• Teach structured swim lessons to children and adults of varying ages and skill levels
• Demonstrate proper swimming techniques clearly and safely
• Monitor participant progress and provide age-appropriate feedback
• Maintain accurate attendance records and skill evaluations
• Issue swim cards, certifications, or evaluations as appropriate
• Enforce all Champaign Park District rules, policies, and safety procedures
• Ensure the pool deck, equipment, and teaching areas remain clean and organized
• Inspect equipment and report maintenance or supply needs
• Adapt instruction to changing environmental conditions such as weather, water temperature, and pool depth
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and positive interactions with patrons, parents, and staff
• Follow all safety, equal opportunity, and harassment prevention policies
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Paid training and required certifications provided
• Hands-on experience in aquatics instruction and public service
• Supportive supervision and clear expectations
• Opportunity to build professional skills in instruction, safety, and teamwork