Swim Instructor / WSI
Salary
$12.45 - $13.80 Hourly
Location
Kettering Recreation Center, OH
Job Type
Temporary Part-Time
Job Number
202600003
Department
PRCA
Division
RECREATION
Opening Date
02/09/2026
Closing Date
9/30/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Description
Join our award-winning Parks Recreation and Cultural Arts team as a part-time swim instructor. We need your energy and positive attitude to provide high-quality customer service at the Kettering Recreation Complex. This position is responsible for instructing participants to swim according to the American Red Cross program guidelines.
Examples of Duties
Ability to instruct all levels of American Red Cross swimming and Special Populations programs in a consistent manner;
Provides a positive atmosphere for learning at all times;
Promotes good public relations with students and families;
Provides a safe pool environment for all class participants;
Maintains a professional appearance at all times;
Attends and participates in all scheduled staff meetings and in-service trainings;
Maintains and submits all required paperwork for Kettering Recreation Complex classes;
Responsible for being aware of and enforcing all City of Kettering Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts policies and guidelines;
Carries out additional duties as assigned;
Regular and predictable attendance required.
Typical Qualifications
Candidates must be 15 years of age. Swim instructors must be water-enthusiasts who love teaching participants of all ages and abilities to swim according to the American Red Cross program guidelines.Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city staff members, volunteers and the general public.
Current Water Safety Instructor certification is preferred. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Seasonal and part-time employees have access to several great perks. If a certification is required for your position (such as CPR, First Aid, or lifeguard credentials), the City will cover the cost of the certification where applicable, helping you get trained and ready to work without paying out of pocket.
You're also eligible to purchase a 12-visit punch pass for just $5, which can be used throughout the Kettering Recreation Complex for access to fitness areas, swimming, the ice arena, the water park, and select exercise classes. In addition, employees may receive discounts on PRCA programs and discounts on concessions at the Adventure Reef Water Park.
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Are you at least 15 years of age?
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Have you applied, or do you plan to apply, for any other current City of Kettering job openings? If yes, please list the position(s).
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Employer Kettering, City of (OH)
Address 3600 Shroyer Road
Kettering, Ohio, 45429
Phone 9372962446