Hourly Pay Range:

$17.00 - $58.00 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

 Position Highlights:

• Position: Aquatic Swim Instructor

• Location: Chicago, IL

• Part time, 10 weekly hours

• Hours: Schedule based on client availability

A Brief Summary

• To provide quality swim instruction to all participants in Galter Life Center Aquatic programs and services. To meet departmental expectations regarding communication, customer service, and overall GLC Aquatics standard of behavior.

What you will do:

• Demonstrates a commitment to the mission of Galter Life Center and demonstrates a service orientation and adheres to all responsibilities and standards of the Life Center.        

• Demonstrate understanding of providing safe, fun, and professional swim instruction.

• Work to continuously improve skills as an instructor

• Attend and participate in weekly pre/post class meetings

• Actively participate in set-up/clean up after each teaching shift/lesson.

• Consult other instructors about ideas for drills and methods for teaching

• Follow On-Deck Lead recommendations for improving lesson quality & service

• Establish and maintain positive relationships with your students, fellow instructors,

What you will need:

• MUST be able to obtain current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification within first 90 days of employment and/or complete full “Aquatic department shadow teaching” with documentation of training. 

• High School Diploma

• A previous swimming background is essential and prior experience in swim instruction is preferred.

• GLC Swim Instructors must be able to demonstrate technical proficiency in the front and back crawl and the breaststroke.

• MUST have current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications before the first day of work.  These certifications MUST be maintained at all times while employed by GLC

Benefits:

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development

• Retirement Options with Company Match

• Community Involvement Opportunities