Description:
Positions Location: East Lansing, MI
Job Description
General Purpose of Job:
Provide a high-quality swim lesson for members and non-members of the Michigan Athletic Club following American Red Cross guidelines. To help children and adults of all ages develop proper swimming techniques and skills.
Essential Duties
- Follow American Red Cross guidelines and standards for Learn to Swim program
- Prepare lesson plans in accordance with Level teaching
- Assess the progress of each student and adjust lesson plans accordingly.
- Identify incorrect swimming techniques and correct students accordingly.
- Prepare report cards for each student in class.
- Provide direct communication with parents regarding child(ren)’s progress or concerns.
- Responsible for scheduling private lessons in advance, using Club Automation to ensure proper payment is collected
- Complete attendance, progress and incident reports in a timely manner.
- Promptly communicate concerns, incidents, program needs, equipment or supply needs with Youth Programs Supervisor
- Attend in-service trainings and staff meetings
- Keep equipment organized and in the proper place, making sure items are in good working condition
- Demonstrates the MAC customer service model and SparrowICARE values.
Job Requirements
| General Requirements | *Must complete CPR certification within 60 days of hire. |
| Work experience | *Prior work as a Swim Instructor or Lifeguard, Water Safety Instructor certification preferred |
| education | *HS Diploma/GED |
| Specialized Knowledge and Skills | * Strong swimming ability, knowledge of proper swimming techniques and water safety rules, must enjoy working with children, motivating, patient and enthusiastic |
Sparrow Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Job Family
Requirements:
| Shift | Days |
| Degree Type / Education Level | High School / GED |
| Status | Per Diem |
| Facility | Michigan Athletic Club |
| Experience Level | New Grad |