Swim Instructor

Reports To:

Aquatics Manager

Bargaining Unit:

NRNS

Department:

Business Services

Salary Schedule

$18.28-$20.21/Hr.

Employment Type:

Classified

Salary Range:

SWIM INS.

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt/Hourly

Adopted Date:

January 2024

Hours per Day:

Revised Date:

Days per Year:

Belonging is a core value in the South Kitsap School District. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students and staff. We actively seek to understand the complex and rich identities of self and others and lean into and engage in courageous conversations. We know the educational environment is enhanced when diverse groups of people with unique ideas come together to learn and grow.

South Kitsap Employees Will:

• Maintain and enhance a sense of belonging and success for traditionally marginalized populations.

• Cultivate and develop inclusive and equitable working relationship with students, families, staff and community members.

• Demonstrate understanding of our unique cultures and celebrate differences.

• Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable learning environment.

Summary:

The job of SWIM INSTRUCTOR is responsible for the teaching of skills related to the level of the course being offered. The instructor is directly responsible for knowing the procedures, action plans, and methods of instruction best suited to the students in each course.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Instructors are responsible for teaching all skills needed to pass the level they are teaching.

• Teach methods of swimming following program standards and stress water safety.

• Attendance and report card certificates are the instructors' responsibility.

• Work with supervisor during lesson registration.

• Give 2-week advance notice for sessions that you will not be teaching.

• Oversee clean up all equipment used during classes at the end of class.

• Adhere to SKSD Aquatic policy on scheduling private lessons outside of regular lesson schedule.

• Discriminate between swimming skill proficiency levels and offer corrective feedback.

• Any level changes must be cleared with the supervisor.

• All certifications must be kept updated and on file at the pool office.

• Instructors moving from one area of the pool to another need to get out of the pool and walk with their class.

• Instructors shall demonstrate genuine interest in student's progress.

• Maintain a positive, supportive, yet assertive approach to teaching.

• Provide group practice as well as individual correction.

• Use a variety of techniques in order to reach all students.

• Provide well organized lessons that flow from beginning to end.

• Ensure the safety of students through close observation at all times.

• Use appropriate drills and methods for student's level and age.

• Use patience, enthusiasm, confidence, employ a sense of humor, sense of imagination, and an authoritative but instructive voice, while teaching various swimming skills.

• Performs related duties consistent with the scope of the position as described.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Participation in required staff meetings/in-services.

• Remain calm under noisy and confusing conditions.

• Demonstrate aquatic skills accurately.

• Plan, organize and direct safe and progressive swim lessons.

• Discern unsafe situations and take the initiative to correct the situation.

• Follow and enforce all pool and diving rules.

• Follow directives of supervisor in charge.

Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including utilizing Point of Sale software applications; planning and managing multiple projects; and developing effective working relationships.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform review and interpret technical information, write summary reports and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: excellent oral and written communication; organizational and time management; conflict resolution skills; pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; current and developing technology.

ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; routinely gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing a variety of processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize job related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team; flexible to changing conditions; making quick and accurate decisions; working with multiple projects; dealing with frequent interruptions and changing priorities; maintaining confidentiality; and facilitating communication between person with frequent divergent positions. Must also have the ability to attend evening and weekend meetings and trainings.

Experience:

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.

• Ability to plan, organize and conduct an appropriate course for each assigned class.

• Demonstrated effective communication skills.

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team with a minimum of supervision.

• Currently possess or become proficient in the skills taught.

• Must be dependable and able to get along with other people.

• Full knowledge of pool rules pool facilities.

• Available to work evenings and weekends.

Required Testing:

• Swim Instructor skill demonstration(s).

Competencies:

Teamwork

• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes appropriate feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests;

Planning/Organizing

• Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; conserves organizational resources;

Computer Skills

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of computer operating systems;

Customer Service

• Maintains professional demeanor when dealing with difficult or emotional situations; responds promptly to staff, student and public needs; solicits feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance;

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals;

Interpersonal Skills

• Keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment;

Oral and Written Communication

• Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings; read and comprehend written and verbal instructions; writes clearly and informatively;

Professionalism

• Approaches other in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments;

Quality

• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality;

Safety and Security

• Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly;

Attendance/Punctuality

• Is consistently at work and on time; arrives at meetings and appointments on time;

Dependability

• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; meets commitments; follows policies and procedures.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

The environmental factors described here are representative of those that may be present in the workplace while the employee performs the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions requires the following physical demands: swimming, occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling. Generally, the job requires 60% water related activity, 20% walking and 20% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations, a generally hazard free environment, and in a clean atmosphere.

Clearances:

• Washington State Patrol and FBI Fingerprint Background Clearance.

• Completed online application (with supporting documents)

Health Benefits Information:

Most positions within the South Kitsap School District are governed by collective bargaining agreements that specify the benefits related to employment with the district, including insurance provisions, vacations, holidays, and other related benefits.

For more information about benefits, you may review the individual collective bargaining agreements and SEBB 2023 School Employee Enrollment Guide which are located on our website SK Staff Resources or contact our Payroll and Benefits Department at (360) 874-7028 or payrollstaff@skschools.org.

Application Procedure: Complete the online application at www.skschools.org and apply to the position(s) to which you are qualified within your online application.

Submitting and completing your online application and applying to open positions ensures immediate availability of your data to our hiring administrators.

PRINCIPALS AND HIRING ADMINISTRATORS CONSIDER ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS WITH COMPLETE AND CURRENT APPLICATIONS.

Positions close at 4:00 p.m. on the final day of posting. Your online application and required District Testing (if applicable-see job posting when applying) must be submitted by the closing date for an applicant to be considered for a position.

If you need assistance with this process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 874-7074 or skjobs@skschools.org.

The South Kitsap School District provides equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation - including gender expression or identity, marital status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. Equal access to activities, facilities and program is provided to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. District procedure complies with all applicable state and federal laws.

The Title IX Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, and Gender Inclusivity Officer with the responsibility for monitoring, auditing, and ensuring compliance with this policy are:

Compliance/ADA/Title IX Coordinator:

Will Sarett,

Executive Director of Human Resources

2689 Hoover Avenue SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366

360-874-7071

sarett@skschools.org

Section 504 Coordinator:

Tiffany Buckley,

Assistant Director of Health Services

2689 Hoover Avenue SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366

360-443-3763,

buckley@skschools.org

Gender Inclusivity Compliance Officer:

Dr. Tom Edwards,

Assistant Superintendent for Student Achievement

2689 Hoover Ave SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366

360-874-7003

edwards@skschools.org

South Kitsap School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services, and activities. For information regarding translational bilingual education programs, contact the Executive Director of Teaching and Learning at (360) 874-7050.

All Employees are required to furnish proof of identity and employment authorization status.

The South Kitsap School District is committed to providing a drug-free, tobacco-free environment for all persons-students, community, and staff.

Any offer of employment with the South Kitsap School District is on a conditional basis pending the successful completion of an FBI and Washington State Patrol fingerprint background check.