Recreation Instructor/Coach- CARA Swim Coach (PT)

About the Role

Under general supervision, this position plans, instructs and supervises recreational programs as a CARA (Colorado Amateur Recreation Association) swim coach. It implements practice schedules, coaches swimmers, fosters sportsmanship and teamwork, and helps execute swim meets and seasonal activities. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Implement lesson plans and practice schedules and coach swim program participants
• Support inclusive programming by adapting activities for participants with disabilities
• Foster an inclusive, supportive environment and model sportsmanship and teamwork
• Assist in planning and executing events such as swim meets and practices
• Assess participant skill levels, monitor progress and provide feedback
• Respond to emergencies, provide first aid, and complete incident reports

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age
• One year of relevant teaching, coaching or recreational programming experience preferred
• CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Current Swim Instruction certification required
• Completion of concussion recognition training within 90 days of hire

Benefits

• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• One hour of sick time accrued for every 30 hours worked
• Membership to the Parker Recreation Center and/or Fieldhouse