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Swim Instructor

CompanyHighlands Recreation District
LocationSan Mateo
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 13, 2026
About The Company
The Highlands Recreation Center is a community recreation facility serving San Mateo, Burlingame, Belmont, San Carlos, Hillsborough, & other cities on the San Francisco Peninsula. Our swimming pool is a Bay Area favorite for birthday parties & lessons. We offer summer camps & activities for children, wellness & enrichment classes for adults and seniors, plus venues for private events.
About the Role

Description

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Aquatics Supervisor, this position provides swim instruction to adults and children and conducts related work as required.  Swim Instructors teach, supervise, and assess students of all ages and abilities.  


Essential Functions

Teach group and private swim lessons to adults and children of all abilities

Use proper teaching tools, equipment and techniques while teaching swim lessons.

Maintain order and prevent accidents through the enforcement of policies, rules, regulations and ordinances governing the conduct of patrons in the pool area.

Anticipate hazardous situations and take steps to prevent them.

Assist in the set up and clean up for swim classes.

Maintain a clean and debris free pool, pool area and bathrooms.

Maintain swim instructor dress code.

Maintain positive, professional and tactful public relations.

Attend staff meetings and training.

Maintain attendance records and logs.

Exercise patience with difficult people and situations.

Administer first aid and respond to emergent situations.

Assess students and provide timely objective feedback to students and or parents.

Essential Knowledge and Abilities 

Knowledge of instructional methodology and child psychology as it applies to instruction for swim lessons. Knowledge of pool rules and practices. Ability to maintain safety of pool and students in lessons. Remain calm and efficient in stressful situations and emergencies. Ability to work with patrons of all abilities. 


Minimum Hourly: $21.00 - Maximum Hourly: $31.00

Commacerate with experience.


Requirements

Qualifications

Equivalent to the completion of tenth grade; additional schooling is desirable.

CPR & First Aid Certification for the Professional Rescuer.  

Work weekdays - 2:45 pm - 7:00pm, Saturdays - 9:00am-12:00pm

Desired Qualifications Certified Lifeguard Training is desirable. Certified Water Safety Instructor

Key Skills
Swim instructionChild psychologyInstructional methodologyCPRFirst aidSafety enforcementPool maintenancePublic relationsEmergency responseStudent assessmentCommunicationPatience
Categories
Sports & RecreationEducationSecurity & Safety
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The swim instructor teaches group and private lessons to students of all ages while ensuring pool safety and cleanliness. They are responsible for assessing student progress, maintaining accurate records, and responding to emergency situations.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$21 - $31
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
32
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
16 hours
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