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Swim Instructors - Part Time
Marjorie & Lewis Katz JCC
501 North Jerome Avenue
Margate City, NJ 08402

Principal Responsibilities:

The JCC is seeking part-time Swim Instructors to plan and teach water safety and proper swimming techniques to a diverse range of participants in all age groups.

Responsibilities:

Be familiar with American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim levels, other Red Cross water safety courses and know how to use course materials effectively
Adapt your teaching approaches to the age, experience and ability of participants, so they can meet course objectives
Provide for the health and safety of participants, including ensuring that all teaching and practice areas are free of hazards, and that materials and equipment are safe
Communicate regularly with participants and their parents, as appropriate, to ensure they are aware of progress
Recognize and respond effectively in emergencies in accordance with facility emergency action plans
Enforce all aquatic facility policies, rules and regulations
Complete records and reports
Participate in regular in-service training sessions
Complete additional duties as assigned by supervisor
Prepare and deliver technical guidance, age-appropriate and skill-focused group and private swim lessons based upon participant abilities.
Arrive in a timely manner, prepared to all sessions.
Work collaboratively with participants and aquatics staff to ensure a positive and friendly environment with encouragement, goal-setting, and positive reinforcement.
Provide excellent customer service and interact with parents when appropriate. Receive and respond to questions, concerns, and complaints from patrons; determine issues and resolve or refer to higher-level staff as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualifications:

Experience with competitive swimming and/or teaching swim lessons.
Certification in Lifeguarding/CPR/AED/First Aid through the American Red Cross preferred.
Knowledge of stroke mechanics and swimming skills.
Ability to teach swimming to a wide variety of age groups and skill levels.
Must be able to take initiative to solve problems and willing to seek assistance in solving problems.
Must be able to communicate effectively with children and adults of all ages.
Ability to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods.
Strong attention to detail and reliability.
Available to work afternoons, nights & weekends/flexible schedule

Salary:

$25,000 - $35,000

Agency Information:

We are a non-profit, and there are lots of room for growth and learning opportunities.

The mission of the Marjorie and Lewis Katz JCC of Atlantic County is to foster an appreciation of Jewish identity, values and culture, to promote the health, education and welfare of our members, to strengthen Jewish family life, to build a sense of community and ensure Jewish continuity for our children, our children's children, and ourselves.

Here at the JCC we are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all employees feel welcomed and valued.

Free Single Adult Fitness Center membership

EEOC & Accommodations Statement

The Katz JCC is dedicated to Equal Employment Opportunity. We provide equal opportunities based on merit and ability, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship and veteran's status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, or any other prohibited factor. Persons with mental or physical opportunities are eligible for employment, provided they can perform essential job functions after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If accommodation poses undue hardship, eligibility may be reconsidered.