Title: Swim Instructor Part-Time, Seasonal Position New Orleans Region (includes New Orleans, Metairie, or Kenner) The Swim Instructor will teach private and/or semi-private lessons for students ages 3 and up at a facility managed by SELA Aquatics. Members of the facility will register through SELA Aquatics for lessons with the instructor. All lessons are taught on-site at the facility at times agreed upon by the instructor and parent/student. Instructors may only teach swim lessons for SELA Aquatics while employed by the company. Swim instructors should promote a positive attitude towards swimming, creating an encouraging and motivational atmosphere for students. Swim instructors need good communication skills and be organized when scheduling lessons. Job Duties: + Communicate with parents of students for lesson scheduling, swimmer progress, etc. + Evaluate student's initial swimming ability and determine appropriate skill level + Plan and deliver lessons appropriate to the swimmer's level, focusing on skill development and water safety + Demonstrate proper swimming techniques and strokes + Provide feedback and correction to swimming skills + Monitor student at all times to prevent accidents or injuries + Ensure that participants abide by pool rules Minimum Qualifications: + Formal background in swimming, such participation on a swim team or previous swim coach or swim instructor experience Preferred Qualifications: + American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification