Swimming Instructor

Position Title:

Swimming Instructor

Job Posting Closing Date:

11/18

The Provo City Recreation Department is looking for water aerobics instructors that are willing to specialize in shallow and deep water instruction.

What is the compensation?

Pay: $15.00 per hour and up, depending upon experience.

Part-time Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive the following great perks: a) free admission to the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating, and Provo Shooting Sports Park; b) a free Provo City Library Card; c) a 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only); and d) discounts from various local and national vendors.

What are the main duties?

• Demonstrate safe and effective water fitness exercises for both general and special populations.
• Perform exercises for all major muscle groups.
• Assist participants in achieving their personal fitness goals.
• Provide professional and motivating water fitness classes designed for a diverse population consisting of various fitness levels
• Teach scheduled classes.
• Begin and end classes on time.
• Ensure pool set-up and tear down are completed in a timely manner.
• Provides adequate warm-up, exercise, stretching and cool down.

What requirements do I need to apply?

An equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant job experience may be substituted.

• Applicants must be 18 years of age.
• Sufficient knowledge of water fitness instruction relating to the program as well as the physical ability required to perform the duties of the job.
• Requires good interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, and visual awareness.
• Must have the ability to communicate with people of all ages.
• One year teaching experience working with various ages and abilities in structured group water fitness classes preferred.
• Requires basic knowledge of water fitness equipment.
• Will accept a nationally recognized Water Fitness certification.

What are the hours and schedule?

Monday through Saturday. Five hours a week. Schedule is flexible based on department need and is subject to change.

What is the selection process?

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with the first screening being held on November 19, 2026. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City?

By planning growth thoughtfully and managing resources responsibly, we maintain a future for Provo that is vibrant, connected and welcoming for families, students, seniors, and business for generations to come. All of this makes Provo well-managed, friendly, economically vibrant, and livable for people at all stages of life. Visit provo.gov to learn more!

Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Full Time/Part Time:

Part time

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

10