Position Title: Swim Instructor
Employee Group: Temporary
Division/Department: Fitness & Recreation Center
Status: Part-Time Temporary (18-20 hours/week
Position Summary
The successful candidate must demonstrate experience, skills, and commitment to fostering an environment of belonging, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The Swim Instructor is responsible for teaching private and group swim classes in accordance with Fitness & Recreation Center (FRC) guidelines.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Teach private and group swim lessons following FRC curriculum and guidelines.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all swim students during lessons.
- Provide clear instructions and demonstrations to support swimmers of all skill levels.
- Assess students’ progress and provide feedback to help them improve their swimming abilities.
- Maintain a positive and encouraging learning environment.
- Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff regarding lesson schedules, progress, and safety rules.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Certified in a recognized Swim Instructor program.
- Must be able to see and hear calls of distress.
- Ability to pick up and transport equipment as needed.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Display emotional maturity, strong communication skills, sound judgment, and a positive attitude.
Additional Experiences Considered
- Current certification in any recognized Swim Instructor program.
Application Deadline
Position will remain open until filled. The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Complete an online application and attach a cover letter with position title, resume, three current professional references, and copies of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire) and/or certifications and licenses.
Posting Specific Questions
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In order to track our recruitment sources, please indicate how you became aware of the position vacancy?
- Delta.edu
- Indeed.com
- MI Works / MI Talent Bank
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Michigan HERC Website
- Career Arc
- MLive (Grand Rapids Press, Flint Journal, Ann Arbor News, Jackson Citizen Patriot, Kalamazoo Gazette, Saginaw News, Muskegon Chronicle, Bay City Times)
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If you selected "Other" above, please tell us where you heard about this posting.
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Describe your understanding and experience in creating a sense of belonging for all students, faculty, staff, and community members.
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Describe your understanding and experience working with a culturally diverse post-secondary population, faculty, staff, and community members.
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcript 1
Optional Documents:
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Letter of Recommendation 3
- Professional Certifications or Licensures
- Transcript 2
- Transcript 3
