TigerSwim Instructor (Student) 41518
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- REFERENCE JOB OPENING ID #: 41518
MizzouRec Services and Facilities is a department within the Division of Student Affairs that provides quality leisure experiences to all members of the campus community, primarily Mizzou students. Through our facilities and programs, we strive to bring our members and guests an environment that inspires and promotes a healthy, active lifestyle. MizzouRec enhances the student experience by creating a sense of “third place” and belonging with its vast services, facilities, and programming — in addition to its unique connection to campus history and traditions.
MISSION OF MIZZOUREC
MizzouRec strives to enhance the recreation experience of the university community through its programs, facilities, and other services provided.
VISION OF MIZZOUREC
To contribute to a culture of wellness that positively impacts the lives of every single Mizzou student.
VALUES OF MIZZOUREC
MizzouRec reflects service, accountability, and growth, as our core operational values.
BENEFITS OF TEAM MIZZOU EMPLOYMENT
Convenient & Flexible Hours
A Fun Atmosphere with Great People & Co-workers
Opportunities for Promotions & Cross Utilization into New Areas
Professional Development & Leadership Opportunities
A Positive Learning Environment
A Place Where Education and Being a Student is Valued
A Supportive & Approachable Professional Staff
Staff Opinions & Feedback are asked for & used
Training, Workshops, and Certification Opportunities
Reward and Recognition programs
MizzouRec Services and Facilities provide quality leisure experiences to all members of the campus community, primarily Mizzou students. Through our facilities and programs, we strive to bring our members and guests an environment that inspires and promotes a healthy, active lifestyle.
MizzouRec enhances the student experience by creating a sense of “third place” and belonging with its vast services, facilities and programming — in addition to its unique connection to campus history and traditions.
DESCRIPTION
TigerSwim Lesson Instructors plan and teach the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program for swim lesson participants age’s 6months- adult. Instructors provide leadership and guidance of skills during class through attentiveness to each participant’s swimming and learning needs. TigerSwim Instructors must effectively and safely instruct group and private swim lessons for all age and skill levels. Previous swim instructor experience highly recommended. Candidates must have strong communication and decision-making skills, a knowledge and application of teaching swimming and water safety skills. American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification is recommended but not required.
DUTIES INCLUDE (but not limited to):
Greet and communicate with all members and guests participating in the Tiger Swim Program associated with their assigned level.
Instruct classes based on the American Red Cross curriculum in the MizzouRec Aquatic Center.
The instructor must be able to teach all levels of swim strokes required by the Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program.
Instructors should feel comfortable teaching individuals ranging from 6 moths to adult in an indoor pool at varying depths.
Be able to demonstrate swim strokes in the water as well as on land.
Ensure participant safety by enforcing and communicating all Aquatic Center policies and procedures.
Be able to quickly and effectively respond to the Aquatic Center Emergency Action plan when activated, and assist Aquatic staff as needed, while ensuring safety of the participants.
Maintain provided equipment in good working condition, report any issues to the Aquatics Programming Coordinator.
Be readily available to instruct private lessons as assigned by the Aquatic Coordinator for Programming.
Communicate effectively to assigned private lesson inquiries and remain in communication with the family for on-going private lessons.
Adhere to all University, MizzouRec, Team Mizzou, and area specific guidelines.
As with all positions, involvement with other duties and responsibilities is expected in order to serve the customer and maintain the MizzouRec mission.
To be eligible for a student title, an individual must be enrolled at the University of Missouri. Enrollment in the summer session is not required if the student was enrolled in the Spring semester and is pre-enrolled for the Fall semester. Selection is contingent upon results of a review with the Office of Institutional Equity, Office of Student Accountability & Support, Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, previous MU appointment history, and reference checks.