Description

Duties and Responsibilities: Ability to instruct with sound principles in the area of competitive aquatics, with attention given to one or more of the following: Swimming Water Polo Triathlon Training Ability to speak and communicate before both small and large groups of people with poise and enthusiasm. Prepare lesson plans and instructional material for specific area of instruction Give feedback to participants regarding their technique and performance. Provide a safe, fun and enjoyable learning environment for all participants. Maintain open communication with direct supervisor regarding scheduling and coaching. Maintain a professional demeanor and attitude with participants of all ages, patrons, customers, staff and upper management. Arrive 15 minutes before class to set-up and speak with participants. Be ready and prepared to teach. Help facilitate equality and fairness among all participants. Clear communication to participants of class changes Adhere to all Protecting the Mission policies and procedures as established by The Salvation Army. Knowledge of safety precautions needed and ability to ensure compliance/ adherence by all class members. Maintain a safe working environment; report all hazards or potentially unsafe conditions to the Aquatics Manager or Operations staff. Immediately notify appropriate Aquatic personnel of all accidents or injuries. Participate in injury and incident reports as needed. Follow and adhere to all The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures. Perform other duties as assigned. General Qualifications and Proficiencies: Must be at least 18 years old. At least five years of prior experience teaching or working in the area of focus required Certification at an 'advanced' level of expertise required. Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalency. Must have strong organizational skills and abilities. Must have a working knowledge and ability to operate a computer. Must be able to function effectively with minimal or no supervision. Must be able to demonstrate various skills in instruction specified Ability to modify and adhere class instruction and/or curriculum to align with TSA culture and mission. Must successfully complete the Child Safety training as established by The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center. Must be able to read, write and communicate in English. Meet all health and safety regulations as defined by the Health Department as well as The Salvation Army. Have a Philosophy of education that is consistent with that of the Kroc Center and The Salvation Army. Have the ability to work with children, adults, and other staff: Ability to interact and engage appropriately with participants of all ages. Sensitivity and ability to adapt to the individual needs of participants. Must have ability to work well with people of all backgrounds. Ability to use sound judgment when correction is necessary Dependability. Ability to handle security and medical or crisis situations calmly. Maintain a professional attitude and approach to problem solving. Ability to receive feedback with professionalism. Physical Requirements: Ability to demonstrate skills & techniques in area of focus. Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull objects and reach overhead. Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs. Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result. Equal Employment Opportunity: Minorities/Women/Disabled/Protected VeteransQualifications

Education High School or Equiv lent (required)

Experience Must have at least 5 years of prior experience teaching (required) Must be at least 18 years old (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is