Instructor - Biology jobs in Bremerton, WA

WSI-Certified Instructor who plans and teaches all levels of water safety and activities under supervision of Aquatics Program Coordinator.

• Familiar with the facility Emergency Action Plans and responds appropriately to all emergencies and works as part of the safety team.
• Teaches and modifies swimming skills to various levels of students.
• Provide oral and written feedback to students and their parents and/or guardians.
• Maintain close supervision and maximize safety of students at all times.
• Keep accurate records on student progress and promptly turn in completed records as requires.
• Responsible for organizing class area and teaching aids and cleaning up after lessons.
• Attend appropriate in-service training sessions as required.
• Keep certifications up-to-date as required.
• Mentor and work collaboratively with other instructors.
• Be available for varying hours depending on the pool schedule which could include mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum age – 16
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification
• CPR/AED Certification
• YMCA Swim instructor accepted

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability and/or knowledge of all six (6) swimming strokes and aquatic safety skills.
• Familiarity with Learn to Swim program or willingness to learn.
• Ability to work effectively with all ages – Infants 6 months and older to Adults.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team and to interact with the public in a positive and courteous manner.
• Demonstrated punctuality and reliability in work habits.
• Willingness to accept supervision and to communicate effectively with supervisors both written and orally.