The Position
Under the direction of the Program Coordinator, the Swim Instructor is responsible for the high-quality lessons and participant engagement. This individual must maintain high personal standards and adhere to and carry out the Values and Purpose of Greater Midland.
Major Job Responsibilities
- Maintain vigilant supervision of participants, ensure water safety rules are followed, and model safe behaviors.
- Ensure high quality programs that are results-based driven, with proper planning and engaging lesson plans.
- Administer data collection of participants and progress reporting throughout the program.
- Work cooperatively and professionally with all program participants, parents, Greater Midland Staff and Volunteers.
- Ensure that character development is present in all programs (caring, honesty, respect, responsibility).
- Complete, in a timely manner, all requests from supervisor in the achievements of department and center goals/objectives.
- Consistently demonstrates leadership behaviors aligned with Greater Midland’s values.
Qualifications
- Minimum age of 16
- Exemplify passion for aquatic safety and swim skill development
- Experience working with youth (Preferred)
- Experience in an aquatic setting (Preferred)
- Excellent people skills; ability to work with a wide variety of personalities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Location
- 2205 Jefferson Ave. Midland, MI 48640
Salary
- Hourly wage of $13.73 - $14.25 per hour
Schedule
- Monday and Tuesday 4:30pm-7pm
Why You Should Apply
As a part-time employee at Greater Midland, you receive:
- The opportunity to make a lasting impact on families while gaining valuable hands-on experience.
- On-the-job training!
- A free premier membership at any of our centers with the ability to upgrade to a family membership.
- Discounts on Greater Midland programs and services.
More Information About Greater Midland: Greater Midland promotes vitality and builds belonging through recreation, wellness, and social services that encourage lifelong pursuit of learning, personal fulfillment, and good health. We respect differences and promote equality for all, offering programs and services that reflect the community’s needs. Founded in 1919, Greater Midland’s six operating units have grown to include Midland Community Center, Coleman Family Center, Corporate Wellness, Curling Center, North Midland Family Center, and Tennis Center. We employ more than 500 people country-wide and positively impact an estimated 80% of City of Midland residents with 60% of those living in Midland County. Learn more at greatermidland.org.
