Overview
CENTERS, LLC is a professional management firm specializing in facility, operation, and program management for higher education. CENTERS' management approach is customized for each client yet retains our uniform quality. Our firm unites site staff with a centralized administrative team, each contributing to the firm's goals and client needs. The CENTERS team is innovative, entrepreneurial, trail-blazing, and ambitious for both CENTERS and our clients. Today, CENTERS provides management services for 14 clients.
Commitment to the well-being, security, and future of our employees is a priority. View the comprehensive information about the competitive benefits package on our careers page then scroll down to CENTERS Benefits (click link to view).
Responsibilities
Essential Responsibilities
Swim instruction for preschool, school age and adult students in group and private lessons.
Specific Responsibilities
- Have familiarity with American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim levels and other Red Cross water safety courses and know how to use course materials effectively.
- Adapt teaching approaches to the age, experience and ability of participants so they can meet course objectives as set by Cleveland State University Campus Recreation Services.
- Maintain order and discipline in classes to ensure a safe environment and promote a learning atmosphere.
- Demonstrate skills required for class content and use teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, lifejackets, etc.
- Communicate regularly with participants to ensure they are aware of their progress.
- Attend all mandatory full staff meetings and specific area meetings.
- Check email and intranet on a regular basis.
- Serve as a role model and maintain a professional attitude to all parents, children and co-workers on and off duty.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification preferred but not required
- American Red Cross CPR
- Lifeguard Training and First Aid (preferred) Swimming Background
- Experience teaching swim lessons in a group setting
Competencies:
- Proficient in teaching skills to students at various skill levels.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
Work Environment
- Pool
- Moderate to loud noise
Physical Demands
- Physical conditioning
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.